Conversations with Friends Quiz

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Which of the following sentences provides the best argument that Frances is the protagonist? (from Chapters 1 - 5)

She talks more than the other characters.

She uses the word “I” in her narrative.

Her actions move the plot forward.

The reader is always sympathetic to her point of view.

Why does Bobbi publicly announce Nick's attraction to Frances? (from Chapters 12 - 17)

Bobbi is jealous, because she wants Melissa to start an affair with her.

Bobbi would rather sabotage Frances' relationship with Nick than openly confess her romantic feelings to Frances.

Bobbi is jealous of Nick, so she wants Melissa to learn about Frances and Nick's affair.

Bobbi does not believe Nick is a supportive partner for Frances.

Why is Bobbi upset when Frances asks her if she is jealous of Nick? (from Chapters 6 - 11)

Bobbi is disappointed with Frances because she is embracing a masculinist stereotype by dating a conventionally attractive man.

Bobbi is gay, and Frances is perpetuating the stereotype of a lesbian who is jealous of a heteronormative man.

Bobbi is bisexual, and she is attracted to Melissa, Nick, and Frances.

Bobbi is jealous, since Nick is Frances' first romantic interest since she broke up with Bobbi.

What does Frances discover through the process of writing her first short story? (from Chapters 18 - 23)

She discovers she is ready to take ownership of the feelings she expresses in her writing by writing and publishing her work.

She discovers she feels more comfortable writing about her life than she does living it.

She discovers writing is the best way to ensure her financial security.

She discovers she still has romantic feelings for Bobbi.

Which sentence best describes Frances and Bobbi's growing relationship with Melissa and Nick? (from Chapters 6 - 11)

Frances and Bobbi are flattered by the attention of local celebrities, and each woman has an attraction to one-half of the couple.

Frances and Bobbi have a purely sexual interest in Melissa and Nick.

Frances and Bobbi have a purely professional interest in Melissa and Nick.

Frances and Bobbi's regard for Melissa and Nick gradually decreases over time.