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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. Which of the following best describes Robert after his train experience?

2. How does the author describe the laws in Aurelian?

3. What is the alternate name used for the would-be helper?

4. What item is used to transport the potion?

5. Where is the injured person taken for treatment?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who volunteers to tell the next tale? What is unusual about the character?

2. What do the stranded travelers do while the storm rages outside?

3. Where is Cluracan from and why is he sent away?

4. Brant falls into a deep sleep. What does Brant see when he awakes?

5. The story starts out with two people traveling. Who are the people and where are they going?

6. What does Brant learn about the inn? What does he learn about the storm?

7. What does Tucker do when he discovers that Charlene is injured? Where do they go?

8. How long has it been since Cluracan visited Aurelian? What is the condition of the city when he arrives?

9. Describe the tale told by Gaheris regarding the main character. What was unusual about the character?

10. What does Cluracan learn about the current regime? How did it come to be? Who is in charge?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write a detailed character description for each Endless character that appears in the book. Choose your favorite and explain why you prefer that specific character.

Essay Topic 2

Compare "World's End" with one or more of Gaiman's other books in the series. Which is, in your opinion, the best? Explain. Which did you like the least? Explain. What future scenarios might you want to see in upcoming books? Which characters would you like to see portrayed? Why?

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast the characters in "The Golden Boy." What are the main differences between Nixon and Prez? Which made the best president? What are strengths and weaknesses of each?

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