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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Peters suggest to Latimer to make him feel better, before they meet Dimitrios?

2. How does Latimer refer to Grodek in the letter in Chapter 9?

3. What is hanging in the entryway of Grodek's house along with the coats?

4. What does Peters say he and Latimer will give Dimitrios in exchange for one million francs?

5. What do Latimer and Grodek drink as they talk?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

As the protagonist, Latimer's character is extremely important. Write an essay about the characteristics of Charles Latimer, providing very strong examples in the book of the ways he acts and reacts to certain events.

Essay Topic 2

Think about the history of the city of Smyrna. Why do you think the author chose to include this long history in the novel? How is it essential to the plot? Make sure you work closely with the text.

Essay Topic 3

Consider Latimer's search to find records of Dimitrios in Smyrna. How is this an example of the theme of detection in the novel? How does Latimer fall short on his role of detective? What character trait does Latimer possess that interferes with his ability to detect?

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