Euphoria Quiz

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Nell’s increasing obsession with talking to Xambun is a clear parallel to what situation in another character? (from Part 6, Chapters 17 – 21)

It parallels Bankson’s obsession with Bett.

It parallels Fen’s obsession with the Mumbanyo flute.

It parallels Fen’s obsession with Helen.

It parallels Nell’s own obsession with the children of the Kiona.

What does the limited emphasis on Nell’s point of view of the narrative suggest in terms of the book’s thematic interest in obsession?

It develops the idea that the object of an obsession is too aware of being obsessed about to be objective about his / her situation.

It suggests that Nell was not as interesting a person as Bankson thinks she is.

It suggests that Nell was not interested in anything other than her work.

It develops the idea that the object of an obsession is rarely seen in terms other than those defined by the person who is obsessed.

The description of Helen Benjamin as controlling and demanding might also apply to which other character who interacts with Nell? (from Part 3, Chapters 7 – 9)

Bankson.

Xambun.

Malun.

Fen.

What aspect of his character / identity is the motivating force behind Fen putting together the dinner party in Part 9? (from Part 9, Chapters 26 – 28)

His obsessive determination to achieve more success than Nell. Fen.

His generosity and compassion as he attempts to raise money to support the preservation of the tribal way of life.

His belief that Nell’s success is his success, and vice versa.

His obsessive determination to spread the truth he has uncovered in his research.

Who is Bett, and in what way does she add contrast to the narrative? (from Part 5, Chapters 12 – 16)

Bett is Nell’s casual sex partner: her lack of demand and control over Nell contrasts with her experiences with both Helen and Fen.

Bett is Fen’s casual sex partner: her lack of emotional and intellectual connection with him contrasts with the connection he does have with Nell.

Bett is Bankson’s casual sex partner: her lack of emotional and intellectual connection with him contrasts with the connection he does have with Nell.

Bett is Bankson’s casual sex partner: her determination to have a multi-level relationship with him, in spite of his wanting to keep it casual, contrasts with Nell’s diffidence.