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Which city is the setting of the short story 'Sleepless in San Francisco'?
Which city is the setting of the short story 'Sleepless in San Francisco'?
- New York
- Los Angeles
- San Francisco (correct)
- Pittsburgh
What is the author's name?
What is the author's name?
- Francesca Flores (correct)
- Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
- Sarah Deragon
- Brand X Pictures
What does the protagonist do for work?
What does the protagonist do for work?
- Writer
- Mall employee (correct)
- Linguist
- Traveler
What activity does the author enjoy in her free time?
What activity does the author enjoy in her free time?
What weather condition has the protagonist not seen in months?
What weather condition has the protagonist not seen in months?
What activities does the author enjoy in her free time?
What activities does the author enjoy in her free time?
What does the protagonist do for work?
What does the protagonist do for work?
What weather condition has the protagonist not seen in months?
What weather condition has the protagonist not seen in months?
Which city is the setting of the short story 'Sleepless in San Francisco'?
Which city is the setting of the short story 'Sleepless in San Francisco'?
What does the protagonist use to shield herself from the rain?
What does the protagonist use to shield herself from the rain?
Francesca Flores is a writer, traveler, and ______.
Francesca Flores is a writer, traveler, and ______.
Raised in ______, she read every fantasy book she could get her hands on
Raised in ______, she read every fantasy book she could get her hands on
She began writing the novel Diamond City while working as a ______ travel manager.
She began writing the novel Diamond City while working as a ______ travel manager.
When she’s not writing or reading, Francesca enjoys traveling, dancing ballet and jazz, practicing trapeze and contortion, and visiting parks and trails around San ______, where she currently resides.
When she’s not writing or reading, Francesca enjoys traveling, dancing ballet and jazz, practicing trapeze and contortion, and visiting parks and trails around San ______, where she currently resides.
I haven’t seen ______ in months.
I haven’t seen ______ in months.
Flashcards
Setting of 'Sleepless'?
Setting of 'Sleepless'?
The story takes place in this Californian city.
Who is Francesca Flores?
Who is Francesca Flores?
The author of the short story.
Protagonist's workplace?
Protagonist's workplace?
The protagonist is employed at this type of establishment.
Francesca's dance hobby?
Francesca's dance hobby?
A form of dance the author enjoys.
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Missing weather element?
Missing weather element?
A weather condition not seen in months by the protagonist.
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Francesca's hobbies?
Francesca's hobbies?
Besides writing and reading, she enjoys dancing, trapeze, and exploring local parks.
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Rain protection?
Rain protection?
Protects her from the rain.
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Francesca's childhood?
Francesca's childhood?
She had access to many fantasy books.
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Francesca as travel manager?
Francesca as travel manager?
Francesca started writing while working in this industry.
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Short Story Overview
- Setting: San Francisco
- Author: Francesca Flores
Protagonist's Occupation
- The protagonist works as a travel manager.
Author's Hobbies
- Enjoys traveling, dancing ballet and jazz, practicing trapeze and contortion, and visiting parks and trails.
Weather Conditions
- The protagonist has not seen rain in months.
- Uses an umbrella to shield herself from the rain.
Background Information on Francesca Flores
- Raised in a location not specified in the text, she read every fantasy book available to her.
- Began writing the novel "Diamond City" while employed as a travel manager.
Current Residence
- Francesca resides in San Francisco.
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