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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 Chapter 13, where does Ali imagine kidnapping Nino to?

2. What is Ali's Koran open to when he comes home from the opera?

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

4. Where is Susha located?

5. What does Ali say about the veil when discussing marriage with Nino's father?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens when Arslan leaves Ali with paper and pens?

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

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

4. In Chapter 22, how does Ali's father respond when Ali says Asia has fallen?

5. How does Ali feel about his friends after the Holy War is declared?

6. What does Ali do after killing Nachararyan?

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

8. How does Ali feel during his first diplomatic reception?

9. In Chapter 24, how does Ali's uncle describe Persia?

10. What does Ali do after using his second wish?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How does "Ali and Nino" explore the conflicts between the rich and the poor? What message does the author seem to deliver?

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

Explore what traits make characters successful in "Ali and Nino." How is success defined in contrast to failure?

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