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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Cronjager not happy with Marlowe?

2. Why does Marlowe think Carmen killed Regan?

3. Who was Agnes with when she saw Mona?

4. How does Marlowe describe the kiss?

5. What does Marlowe hear Harry say when he first arrives?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss whether you think this statement is true or false:

The character of Eddie Mars exemplifies a corrupt era where the only people who were successful were criminals. Use two examples from the novel to support your argument.

Essay Topic 2

The women in Chandler's book are mostly negative characters with a lack of morals. Discuss the negative way that Chandler represents women. Was this negative representation common during this period? How does this representation affect his portrayal of the male characters? In what ways would Chandler have to change his portrayal of women for the novel to have the same if it was published today?

Essay Topic 3

Compare the characters of Marlowe and Vivian:

1) In what way are their morals different?

2) What is their relationship to each other?

3) Do you think they are the perfect match?

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