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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. Who fights with Russia over Baku?

2. How does Ali describe his kiss with Nino in Chapter 3?

3. What are the Ashouks known for?

4. Why does Ali tell his teacher about Leprosarium?

5. What does Ali switch with Iljas Beg before he dances with Nino?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Iljas Beg's graduation party like?

2. Why is Nino eager to leave Ali's uncle's palace and return to Baku?

3. What does the Caliph's plenipotentiary do in Chapter 27 to impact the war?

4. How does Seyd Mustafa describe Nino's kidnapping?

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

6. What happens when Ali and Nino meet at Governor's Garden?

7. What are the drums of Hussein?

8. How is Nino treated at Ali's uncle's palace in Shimran?

9. What does Ali do after the Armenians join the Russians in demanding a Muslim surrender?

10. What does Ali tell his father about war in Chapter 9?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explore the conflict between Eastern and Western societies as it is presented in "Ali and Nino." What is the author's commentary on this conflict?

Essay Topic 2

Consider the many symbols used throughout this text. Describe how at least three symbols are used to represent the larger themes and ideas of "Ali and Nino."

Essay Topic 3

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

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