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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 saves Colleen from any possible danger the evening she was at Liffy Galde?

2. When Father Rosetti and Justin finally see Colleen, how is she?

3. Emotionally, how is Kathleen feeling after Jamie's death and Mrs. Walsh's behavior?

4. While Kathleen is in the Vatican, Colleen is at home in Ireland. When Colleen returns to the kitchen, what is odd?

5. What has caused the change in Mrs. Walsh's behavior?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why would Anne and Justin confront Father Rosetti when they reach the Vatican?

2. What does Noelle do to perform her miracle?

3. After Monsignor Stingley gave Father Rosetti the advice about the prophecy, he was struck dead. What could this lead the reader to assume?

4. Anne once again saves Kathleen from impending death. How would one describe Anne in the eyes of Kathleen?

5. When Anne and Justin meet Colleen, they are surprised by her appearance and openness. How do you think this makes her story fare in comparison to Kathleen's story?

6. Why would Kathleen and Father Rosetti both fear evil?

7. What does Father Rosetti committing suicide say about his character?

8. Although a trained private investigator, Anne is greatly disturbed that she had to fire her weapon. What may this tell the reader about Anne's character?

9. During her prayer with Father Rosetti, why would Kathleen mention how dangerous and awful the world has become?

10. Anne and Justin marry and live a life of helping others. How does this reflect the type of people they are?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Symbolism is a strong theme throughout the novel. What are some of the symbols in the novel? What do these symbols represent? How is the use of symbolism important in the novel?

Essay Topic 2

Internal conflicts occur when one is arguing with oneself when making decisions. What internal conflicts existed within this novel? Who had these internal conflicts and what were they over? How were decisions made?

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay discussing the theme of good versus evil. What characters were considered "good"? What characters were considered "evil"? How does good and evil develop the plot of the novel?

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