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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. During the police invasion, what does Maureen give Flynn?

2. What happens when Father Murphy pulls the switches on the circuit-breakers?

3. Just before the attack by the police begins, what does Flynn order to be done?

4. Who does the press conference?

5. How many suitcases with explosives does Maureen disarm?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the conflict between Hickey and Flynn at the end of Book 4, Chapter 55.

2. Why does Schroeder start screaming "No!" when he hears that the attack plans have been changed?

3. Why hasn't Flynn responded to the government's offer?

4. Describe the relationship between Maureen and Brian after the attack by the police.

5. Why is Bellini not optimistic about the assault on the cathedral?

6. What story does the Mayor tell during the press conference?

7. What does Langley report to Hickey about the status of the release of the prisoners?

8. Describe the assault on the cathedral.

9. What is Operation Phoenix?

10. How would you describe the relationship between Schroeder and Burke? Why?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Oftentimes, an author's bias about an event comes through in their writing. In an essay, evaluate DeMille's stance on the conflict in Northern Ireland. Whose side would he be on? Use examples from the text to support your thesis.

Essay Topic 2

Using what you have learned about characterization, write a character analysis of one of the main characters. Include the following: a description, actions, relationship to other characters, motives, strengths and weaknesses.

Essay Topic 3

In addition to simply telling a story, authors also try to create a mood that enhances the story. In an essay, using examples from the novel, describe the mood of Cathedral. What literary devices does he use to create this mood?

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