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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. Upon arrival back to Paris from vacation, what is Barbara's diagnosis?

2. When war breaks throughout Europe, what military position does an energetic and patriotic Stephen join?

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

4. After returning home to Paris from their vacation, what does Stephen purchase in order to show Mary around Paris?

5. How long does Stephen live away from home before being called back to Morton for the first time?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Stephen react when World War I breaks out while she is living in Paris?

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

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

4. How does Stephen react when Martin Hallam writes to tell her that he has moved to Paris?

5. How does Mary feel when she learns that Martin is in love with her?

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

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

8. How does Stephen spoil Mary when they return to Paris after the war?

9. What type of tour does Brockett give to Stephen once she arrives in Paris, and what is Stephen's reaction to the tour?

10. How do Stephen and Mary spend their evenings together in Paris when they are out with their group of friends?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

After moving to Paris, Stephen and Mary make a very close group of friends who share in their same lifestyle. First, describe three members of the group of friends. What lessons about homosexuality do Mary and Stephen learn from this new group of friends? What does each of the women, both Stephen and Mary, gain from having a group of openly gay friends in Paris? How does the feeling of camaraderie shape Stephen's view of herself and of her relationship with Mary?

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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