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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. When Gunther goes to Von Greis's apartment, who does he run into?

2. Who eventually dies from torture in March Violets, Chapters 14-19?

3. Who is Kurt Mutschmann?

4. Who is the Berlin Chief of Criminal Police that Gunther meets?

5. What did Six reveal to Pfarr that made him furious?

Short Essay Questions

1. What did the German Strength group need from Bock and Mutschmann and what happened to them?

2. What does Gunther realize in shock about Grete from seeing the photograph Six gives him?

3. Describe Inge.

4. What does Gunther find in Haupthandler's apartment and what does this indicate?

5. Why does Hermann Six want Gunther's services?

6. What does Gunther find when he goes to Herring's apartment after learning that Bruno is dead?

7. What does Gunther learn when he visits Tegal Prison?

8. Why is Reinhard Lange being blackmailed?

9. What does Gunther learn about Inge from Nebe?

10. Who is Heydrich and how does he get Gunther to help him on a case?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses some important instances of foreshadowing in Berlin Noir. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an example of foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 2

Create a brief character study of Bernhard Gunther. What does he look like? What are his positive personality traits? What are some of his negative characteristics? What are his hopes and fears? What motivates him at this point in his life?

Essay Topic 3

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

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