The Vampire Lestat Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 134 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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The Vampire Lestat Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

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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 Gabrielle say is her dying wish?

2. What future friend of Lestat's does he meet when a committee comes to reward his bravery?

3. After Armand destroys his coven, what does he try to do?

4. What is Gabrielle's first night as a vampire like?

5. Where does Armand take Lestat and Gabrielle?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the dependence factor Lestat feels toward Magnus as he learns the old vampire is about to destroy himself?

2. Describe the ability Armand has to absorb a great deal of information quickly.

3. Describe how Lestat and Nicolas become friends.

4. How does Anne rice introduce the character of Armand?

5. What are the reactions to Lestat's sudden ascent into wealth?

6. What makes Lestat want to get Renaud and his troupe of actors out of Paris?

7. Explain the significance of Lestat's finding Armand at the mortals' ball.

8. What is Lestat's argument against Armand's vampire ways?

9. What kind of person is the lawyer Roget to whom Lestat trusts his business?

10. Explain the length of time involved in the novel about Lestat.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay of at least two typewritten, double spaced pages on escapism in literature. (1) Define escapism. (2) Point out the benefits of escapism. (3) Apply your idea of escapism to THE VAMPIRE LESTAT.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay of at least two typewritten, double spaced pages on The Mysterious Romance of Early Egypt. Discuss how appropriate a setting Early Egypt makes for the beginnings of vampires on earth. Include (1) the ancient age of the Egyptian civilization, (2) the mystic religions of Egypt and their emphasis on life after death, and (3) the belief that Pharaohs were gods incarnate. Make sure you relate how each of these conditions make the origin of vampires believable.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay of at least two typewritten, double spaced pages on New Orleans as an Ideal Setting for vampire mythology. Points in the essay should include (1) the European flavor of the city, (2) the reputation of the city for sinfulness during Mardi Gras, and (3) the mysterious nature of the countryside.

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