View a FREE sample

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

Short Answer Questions

1. On what date did Laura write of finally getting her period?

2. At what time did Laura write the entry from August 16, 1984?

3. What creatures does the Log Lady describe to Laura when they meet?

4. In her September 11, 1986, entry, Laura writes of longing for whom?

5. What drug does Laura write of longing for on June 21, 1986?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the thematic and symbolic elements which begin to emerge in the narrative in Laura's 14th year. What themes emerge?

2. When and where does Laura write her entry from August 6, 1986?

3. What did Laura do when Bobby told her he loved her? Why?

4. When does Laura first describe her relationship with Bobby in the narrative? How does she describe herself with Bobby?

5. Describe the symbolism in Laura and Donna's friendship as it evolves in Part 4, April 23, 1986 to July 25, 1986. How does it tie into the narrative's themes?

6. What does the death of Laura's cat foreshadow in the narrative? How?

7. Describe the major thematic elements in Part 5, August 3, 1986 to October 1, 1986. How do these reflect the protagonist?

8. To whom does Laura write directly in her entry from September 15, 1984? Why?

9. What is the subject of Laura's poem on April 24, 1986? How does this entry end?

10. Describe Laura's poem from July 29, 1984. Who is the subject of the poem?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the use of metaphor and simile in the depiction of Laura's horse in the narrative. How does Laura relate to Troy? What is ironic about this metaphor?

Essay Topic 2

Describe the setting of The Secret Diary of Laura Palmer. Where is Twin Peaks located? What border is nearby?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the theme of duality in The Secret Diary of Laura Palmer. How does the theme manifest in the protagonist? How in other characters?

(see the answer keys)

This section contains 825 words (approx. 3 pages at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample