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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. How does Iljas Beg feel about the war in Chapter 9?

2. In Chapter 7, why does Persia decide to stay out of the war?

3. Why does Seyd say faith doesn't matter for women?

4. Why does Ali travel to the Kipianis in Chapter 9?

5. How does Ali describe the nights spent visiting Nino's family in Tiflis?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens to Arslan Aga when he fights against the Russians invading Baku?

2. Why does Ali give Arslan Aga alcohol in Chapter 19?

3. Why does Ali say Baku is like a kernel in a nut?

4. How does Seyd Mustafa convince Ali that the Koran is on his side for marrying Nino?

5. What does Ali's uncle reflect upon when he discusses his travels with the King of Kings?

6. In Chapter 25, how does Ali feel about Jahja?

7. Why does Ali leave the Bailov Garrison at the end of Chapter 12?

8. What happens when Ali visits Tiflis?

9. How does Ali respond to news of his transfer to Paris?

10. How does Ali react to the birth of his daughter?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How are conflicts among religions discussed in this novel? How is religion a theme in "Ali and Nino"? What purpose does this theme serve?

Essay Topic 2

How are Ali's views on love defined? Consider all the forces that affect Ali's opinions and beliefs about love.

Essay Topic 3

What is the role of women in this novel? What impacts this role?

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