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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. What does Getafix refuse to give Asterix?

2. Why is Obelix worried about Asterix?

3. Who is the small man who loses in the game the Romans play?

4. Whose behavior of lamenting his fate and whining reveals his character as weak and cowardly in Section 1?

5. What happens when the Gauls try to capture Caligula?

Short Essay Questions

1. How do the Gauls celebrate?

2. How does Asterix plan to rescue Getaflix?

3. Why does Crismus Bonus fail to retrieve the potion recipe from Getaflix?

4. Describe the ox seller.

5. What does Crimus Bonus' scheme of a Roman spy foreshadow?

6. Why is Obelix not allowed to drink the potion?

7. Why does Asterix remain unconcerned about the Romans possibly attacking him?

8. What happens to Getaflix in the Gaulish village in Section 2?

9. What is the Roman plan for Caligula?

10. What does Caligula become convinced of by the end of Section 1?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare Asterix the Gaul with one or more of Goscinny's other books in the series. Which is, in your opinion, the best? Explain. Which did you like the least? Explain. What future scenarios might you want to see in upcoming books? Which characters would you like to see portrayed? Why?

Essay Topic 2

Goscinny is a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, puns, and irony, briefly describe them, and identify the technique which they embody.

Essay Topic 3

Goscinny constantly brings up allusions and imagery associated with strength. Give three examples of how strength is portrayed and characters who unexpectedly show great confidence in Asterix the Gaul.

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