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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. The opening line of “She” describes the house being dark except for a single light where?

2. Who calls Herakles' family's home in “She”?

3. What does the waitress ask when she brings the food in ”Grooming"?

4. The opening of ”Pair” describes Geryon feeling a pain not felt since when?

5. Geryon's mother is described in "Geryon's Reversible Destiny" as being the "Engineer of his" what?

Short Essay Questions

1. How is the theme of sexual dominance explored in Section 7?

2. How are volcanoes explored metaphorically in Section 6?

3. How is the color red used as a motif in Section 5?

4. Where is Herakles hometown? How is it described?

5. What is suggested by the references to the color red in Section 6?

6. What is the significance of the word "each" in the poem with the same title?

7. Describe the structure of the poems in the main storyline. How are the poems similar in their format?

8. What comprises Appendix C: "Clearing Up of the Question of Stesichoros’ Blinding by Helen"?

9. What is significant about the quote that opens “Autobiography of Red: A Romance”?

10. What irony can be seen in the poem "Justice"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe and discuss the genre and style of Autobiography of Red. How is the main narrative set up? What different formats (essay, poetry, etc.) comprise the book? Why do you think the author has chosen to relate her story in this genre and style?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the meaning of the word "EACH" to Geryon. Who defines this word for him and how is it defined? What meaning does this word take on as the narrative continues?

Essay Topic 3

Describe Geryon's family members and discuss the dynamics of his family. With whom is Geryon closest growing up? Why? How would you describe Geryon's relationship with his older brother?

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