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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 what language does the Imam at the mosque speak?

2. Which of the following is the one thing Lydia admits in her conversation with Silas over the phone, from the hotel room?

3. What speech does Kate prepare in her mind in case Silas confronts her?

4. From what incurable disease is Du Boise dying from?

5. What milestone birthday will Silas be celebrating in the year that the novel is set?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Silas feel when he knows that Lydia has left him for good this time?

2. How does Lydia's life change after she returns from the hospital?

3. What announcement does Julian make while out for lunch at "The Crucible" with his friends.

4. What happened when Michael witnessed a convoy of cars outside his father's birthday party?

5. What story of abuse does Vinu tell Michael when she meets him at his home?

6. How does Silas react to having Lydia back in their home to recover?

7. What happens between Lydia and Mikey when Silas leaves the house after a fight with his wife?

8. How did Ali Ali end up living in South Africa?

9. How did Michael bribe the Imam to help him in his murderous plans?

10. How does Silas react to Lydia's birthday gift to him?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The marriage between Silas and Lydia is marked by infidelities. Create a timeline of infidelities committed by both Silas and Lydia, and explain what effect these infidelities had on their marriage. Then, explain why the two decide to stay together when it is obvious they no longer love each other.

Essay Topic 2

The character of Vinu provides an interesting foil for the drama that Michael is enduring. Briefly describe Vinu's character and explain why Michael is so interested in her story of abuse. Then, explain how Michael exploits Vinu's personal history to promote his own agenda in the political world.

Essay Topic 3

Throughout the novel, Lydia deals with the history of her attack in many self-harming ways. Briefly describe two scenes in which Lydia deals with her pain by harming herself. Then, explain how Lydia begins to overcome her demons and take back the control in her life. In your opinion, what event is the turning point in Lydia's life? Why?

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