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

Short Answer Questions

1. What song plays on the radio while Tengo is on hold?

2. What is the surname of the nurse with whom Tengo has an affair?

3. Aomame thinks that ___ may be in danger.

4. Aomame had made phone calls to which police department?

5. Who meets with Buzzcut and Ponytail?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write a complete character description of Fuka-Eri? What prompted her to write "Air Chrysalis"?. Include information about Fuka-Eri's physical, emotional, mental and spiritual state at various times in the book. Include the character's personal and professional information as well as the character's role in the story. What makes Fuka-Eri a compelling character? How could the character be improved?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the relationship between Tengo and Fuka-Eri. Who takes the relationship to heart? What does it mean to each person? What is the basis of the relationship? Is it permanent or transitory? How will the relationship affect each person?

Essay Topic 3

Explain how 1984 becomes "1Q84" from the first moment it is noticed by Aomame. Explain how Aomame and Tengo become involved in "1Q84".

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