Noble House: A Novel of Contemporary Hong Kong | Short Essay Assignments

Short Essay Questions

The 60 short essay questions listed in this section require a one to two sentence answer. They ask students to demonstrate a deeper understanding of the text. Students must describe what they've read, rather than just recall it.

Short Essay Question - Prologue-Chapter 8

1. As part of the procedure for becoming the tai-pan of Noble House, the new tai-pan must take a pledge and swear to what?

2. What does Ian Dunross tell Noble House about his plans for the company when he becomes tai-pan?

3. Why does Bartlett come to Hong Kong?

4. Why does Gornt introduce Bartlett to Orlanda Ramos?

5. What is Gornt's goal in making a deal with Bartlett?

6. Briefly describe how Ian plans to make money in the stock market.