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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of costume has MacDoon made?

2. What does Dangerfield do at the party to create havoc?

3. Why is Mary stuck at home for awhile yet?

4. Where does Dangerfield go as he waits for his boat to London?

5. Which of the following is NOT a topic in the item received in the mail?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Dangerfield so devastated by the terms of his father's will?

2. What is the relationship between Dangerfield and Miss Frost at this point?

3. Why is Miss Frost so conflicted by having sex with Dangerfield?

4. What objective has O'Keefe still not attained in his life?

5. Describe Dangerfield's indulgent behavior when he learns that Marion has left him.

6. Why does Dangerfield relent and go to the party Clocklan invited him to attend?

7. How does the relationship between Dangerfield and Lilly end?

8. How does Dangerfield's change in his personal hygiene reflect his move into a wealthier lifestyle?

9. What happens when Marion refuses to give Dangerfield any money?

10. Why has Mary's true personality emerged since meeting Dangerfield?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the significance of the book's title? Why wasn't it called DANGERFIELD? What are some other possible titles for the book. List at least five and cite your reasons for each.

Essay Topic 2

J.P. Donleavy is a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, metaphors, and irony, briefly describe them and identify the technique which they embody.

Essay Topic 3

The frustration of unfulfilled affection touches several characters in the story. Name at least two characters who experience unfulfilled love and the situations that occur as a result.

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