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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who will rule Siam after the King dies?

2. What does Lady Thiang beg of Anna before she leaves the palace for good?

3. What does the King have the people in the room do to honor his son?

4. What does Anna tell the King is an important facet in personality?

5. Where is Tuptim presented before the King?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Diversity is a major theme in this book as many different lifestyles and ranks in society are involved. How is this theme shown in this book, and why do you think the authors feel it is so important?

Essay Topic 2

Belonging and security are two themes present in this book. Where do these themes appear, and which characters are most motivated by them?

Essay Topic 3

Personal identity is one of the main themes in this book. Where does this theme appear, and how does its inclusion in the novel shape the course of the plot?

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