The Sandman: Season of Mists Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 86 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.

The Sandman: Season of Mists Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 86 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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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. What does Lucifer do after everyone leaves?

2. What type of creature is the Merkin?

3. What is the surname of the family?

4. Mortals are completely in control of their own actions due to ____________.

5. What is the name of the mortal woman with whom Dream has a romance?

Short Essay Questions

1. What bargaining chip does Azazel intend to use to strike a deal with Dream?

2. What is Lucifer's theory on his existence as the great fallen angel?

3. Who visits Destiny in the garden? What is the purpose of the visit?

4. What is the issue with Dream returning to Hell? Does the issue cause any hesitation on Dream's part?

5. What other representatives are present in Dream's court?

6. Who does Dream go to for advice about the key? Does Dream receive good advice?

7. Describe the opening scene. Which character is present? What is the setting? What does it mean?

8. What does Desire do to torment Dream?

9. Why does Odin go to his son? What does he promise in exchange for help?

10. What is the message given to Destiny by the ladies?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The various tales allow for a substantial use of flashback. In fact some stories consist of little else. Discuss the use of flashback in the storytelling process. Does each character give enough information to make the story relatable? If not, why? How do you think Gaiman creates a story within a story using flashback? Do you like the use of flashbacks? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Fairies are magical creatures that appear in a wide variety of art forms from literature to paintings and movies. Discuss fairies. What are some famous fairies? Do you have a favorite? How does Cluracan compare to other famous fairies? Where do fairies come from? Where do they live? What kinds of power do fairies have?

Essay Topic 3

There are references to the dead or undead throughout the book. Why do you think that is the case? Do you think it has to do with the nature of the characters, the story, or as a vehicle to introduce and utilize the Endless? Do you think the use of the undead is effective? How do living characters interact with those that have died? How would you feel if you met the undead in a public venue?

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