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We Tell Ourselves Stories in Order to Live by Joan Didion
  • 1. What is the primary theme of Didion's essays?
A) Political commentary.
B) Literary criticism.
C) The history of California.
D) The nature of personal narratives.
  • 2. Didion often reflects on her experiences in which location?
A) New York.
B) California.
C) Paris.
D) Chicago.
  • 3. What personal tragedy does Didion describe in her writing?
A) A car accident.
B) Her childhood experiences.
C) Her struggle with addiction.
D) The death of her husband.
  • 4. In Didion's view, what is a consequence of living without stories?
A) A feeling of completeness.
B) A sense of disorientation.
C) Enhanced clarity.
D) A stronger grasp on truth.
  • 5. What does Didion explore about the American West?
A) Tourism.
B) Economic growth.
C) Environmental issues.
D) Myth and reality.
  • 6. Which of Didion's works is a critical examination of the Manson murders?
A) Where I Was From.
B) Slouching Towards Bethlehem.
C) After Henry.
D) The White Album.
  • 7. What literary form does Didion primarily use in this work?
A) Novel.
B) Essay.
C) Poetry.
D) Short story.
  • 8. Didion reflects on her relationship with which personal experience?
A) Grief.
B) Travel.
C) Adventure.
D) Success.
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