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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. After Martin's return into Stephen's life, why does she spend so much time with him?

2. What economic state do Jamie and Barbara live in?

3. After being injured in battle, what French military honor is bestowed upon Stephen for her courage?

4. Judging from Mary's behavior on and off the battlefield, what characteristic traits do Mary seem to exhibit?

5. During Stephen and Mary's Christmas party, what is the topic of discussion between Wanda and Stephen much to the chagrin of the other guests?

Short Essay Questions

1. What important connections does Mary make at Valerie Seymour's Christmas party the year after she moves to Paris?

2. Why did Madamoiselle Duphot return to Paris after living for many years in England?

3. What connection do Stephen and Wanda share with each other, particularly around Christmas time?

4. Why does Martin threaten to leave Paris soon after he meets Stephen there?

5. After leaving the hospital, where does Stephen take Mary for vacation, and what does she realize about their relationship?

6. How does Stephen trick Mary into leaving her, and what is Mary's reaction to this trick?

7. What career path has Stephen chosen upon leaving Morton?

8. How does Stephen attempt to protect Mary while the two are serving together in the ambulance brigade during the war?

9. How do Barbara and Jamie die?

10. What is the reaction from the public to Stephen's third book?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

A few years after leaving Morton, Stephen moves to Paris. First, describe the decision that led to Stephen deciding to move from England to France. What was she hoping to accomplish in France that she couldn't anywhere else in the world? Were Stephen's goals reached during the time she lived abroad? How can you tell? Finally, describe what the city of Paris symbolizes in Stephen's personal exploration. What aspects of Stephen's self-exploration are mirrored in the physical landscape of the city?

Essay Topic 2

Although Stephen struggles to form close bonds with the people in her life, it is a completely different story with the animals in her life. First, describe the relationship Stephen has with the animals in her life and compare that to the relationship she has with people in her life. Then, choose one animal that Stephen forms a close bond with and describe one lesson Stephen learns from this animal. Finally, describe what you think Stephen's upbringing would have been like had she not had the solace of animals to keep her company.

Essay Topic 3

When Stephen and Mary Llewellyn meet for the first time, there is an instant attraction. First, describe how Mary and Stephen first meet. Which of the two makes the first move? Then, describe at least two of the major hurdles Stephen and Mary overcome in the first year of their relationship together. Based on the events of their relationship, do you think Stephen and Mary were a good romantic match?

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