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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What does Quinn bring with him every morning when he goes out to track Stillman?
2. Why is Quinn unable to collect his money from Paul Auster?
3. What is the first thing Quinn does while visiting the Stillman apartment in Chapter 13?
4. Where does the first meeting between Quinn and Stillman take place?
5. Where does Quinn think of running away to in the beginning of Chapter 11?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
At first Stillman appears to be nothing more than a bumbling old man. Yet when Quinn figures out the truth behind Stillman's daily routines, things begin to change. Write an essay that explains how Quinn's perception of Stillman changes over time. What specifically makes Quinn believe that Stillman is an evil genius? Why does he begin to fear him? Are his fears justified?
Essay Topic 2
Paul Auster is an important secondary character in City of Glass. Incidentally he is also the author of the book. Write an essay that explores the reasons behind why the author named a character after himself. Does Paul Auster the author acknowledge that the character is supposed to represent him? Why is it significant that Quinn takes on the identity of Paul Auster? What kind of disposition does Paul Auster have within the context of the story?
Essay Topic 3
Money and wealth mean surprisingly little to Quinn and the characters of City of Glass. Quinn lives on very little, while the Stillmans live comfortably in excess. Write an essay that explores these two different views within the context of the story. Why is Quinn comfortable with living on a limited budget? How are the Stillmans able to live in excess? Why does Quinn ask for money to work on the Stillman case when he has no intention of spending it?
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