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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 was Hope's ex-husband's name?

2. Who edits Mallabar's book?

3. Why does Hope's husband tell her he dug a ditch?

4. What big news is announced to the scientists once Hope returns to camp after making her disturbing discovery?

5. Who is Joao?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Hope report Mr. Jeb's death and how does Mallabar believe?

2. What does Hope learn about John in a discussion with Bogden Lewkovitch? What does she not reveal in the discussion?

3. What happens to Hope's hut while on a supply run? How, according to Mallabar, did this occur?

4. What happens after Lena's baby is killed?

5. What two major events are covered in this book?

6. How does Hope plan to reconstruct her burned notes?

7. What are the living arrangements for the researchers at Grosso Arvore? What is included at the camp?

8. The trip for supplies is not an easy one. Why does Hope look forward to making the trip?

9. What is the "mockman" and from where does the term derive?

10. Describe Hope's thoughts on time, specifically civil and internal time.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What interests and experiences of the author's own life might be drawn upon for inspiration in "Brazzaville Beach"? Explain your answers and give an overview of William Boyd's life. Reference secondary materials to support your discussion.

Essay Topic 2

Define rising action as an element of plot. Discuss the rising action in "Brazzaville Beach." How does the author present it? How does the rising action flow, taking into consideration that Hope tells two stories simultaneously?

Essay Topic 3

Analyze the main character, Hope, and her growth throughout the novel. Support your statements about her growth by quoting the book and using secondary sources as needed.

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