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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. In Poem 6, what does the main character's breakfast consist of?

2. Which character signs the dedication on the title page in the Introduction?

3. What character smiles in the sky in Poem 6?

4. Which character in the Introduction says, "Lights off. I'm going downstairs"?

5. Which character in the Introduction is Nancy curious about?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Blake do during Poem 2?

2. Who does the King of Cats compare himself to in Poem 6 and why?

3. What do the little children do when the Man in the Marmalade Hat arrives in Poem 5?

4. Why does Blake enjoy the company of the Man in the Marmalade Hat in Poem 5?

5. What does the scene for the meal in Poem 6 consist of and where does it take place?

6. What is the whimsical event that occurs during Poem 7?

7. What kind of journey does the boy embark upon in the Frontispiece?

8. What aspect of the Frontispiece's story appears out of this world?

9. Why is the inn so appealing to travelers?

10. What does the Frontispiece accomplish?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout the book, there are numerous instances of symbolism. Choose one of the 3 options below to write about.

1) Provide 3 examples of symbolism in the building of the tailor's house. What do these symbols mean?

2) There are numerous references to the Bible and an ongoing discussion of good versus evil. What are some overt examples?

3) What is the possibility that opens up to the tailor and the Tiger, that helps them overcome their wrongdoings?

Essay Topic 2

The King of Cats offers special presents to his friends that reveal his imaginative nature and how he has stepped from the practical to the magical world. Choose one of the 3 options below to write about.

1) What are some examples of gifts he offers? By offering these gifts, what does the King of Cats reveal about himself?

2) How does the King of Cats change from being practical to increasingly mystical in the poem? How does this parallel his relationship with William Blake?

3) The King of Cats also appears more generous and imaginative in his writing. Show 3 examples of this change.

Essay Topic 3

Blake constantly brings up metaphors and imagery associated with strength. Give 3 examples of how strength is portrayed and characters who unexpectedly show great confidence.

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