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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Ducane write a letter to at the end of the chapter?

2. What kind of event does Pierce talk about after Saturday lunch?

3. What does Ducane feel on the rocks?

4. What does kind of drink does McGrath pour for himself and Ducane?

5. Which two characters do Ducane and Kate think are good for each other?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why do Octavian and Kate decide to forgive Ducane?

2. How does Richard start his off his meeting with Paula?

3. What does Willy tell Mary in this chapter?

4. How does Ducane feel about Mary?

5. How does Ducane help Biranne in chapter 37?

6. Describe the vault.

7. Describe the layout of the cave.

8. How does Mary react to Willy breaking their engagement?

9. How have Kate's feelings for Ducane changed?

10. How does Kate react to Jessica's letter?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the novel's dialogue. Explain how the author's dialogue contributes to the following areas:

1) Character.

2) Setting.

3) Plot.

Essay Topic 2

Examine the books reception in three different countries including the country the book was written. How do each countries opinion about the book differ? Was the book more influential in one country than another? If so, why?

Essay Topic 3

Pick a character from the novel and discuss their goals and motives. Do they achieve their motive? Do they share similar goals and motives with other characters? Do their goals clash with other characters? How do the characters goals and motives affect their interaction with each other?

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