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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 does Rubashov think the main idea about No. 1 is, that must be in a confession?
2. What did Wassilij hide in his mattress?
3. What does Rubashov consider the new generation of Communists to be?
4. What makes Wassilij start to cough?
5. Who appoints the examining magistrate?
Short Essay Questions
1. What does the prisoner in 402 tell Rubashov to do before they come for Rubashov and how long does 402 have to remain in prison? What are 402’s last words to Rubashov?
2. How does Gletkin interview Rubashov differently than Ivanov might have done?
3. What is Wassilij’s daughter thinking as she reads the paper out loud?
4. When Rubashov begins to address the court, what does he say he will talk about?
5. With whom does Gletkin confront Rubashov and with what charge?
6. What does Rubashov ask for when he is taken before Gletkin for Rubashov’s third hearing? What is Gletkin’s response?
7. For what does Wassilij interrupt her reading?
8. What does Wassilij think about right after the questions concerning Arlova are read to him?
9. What does Rubashov confess to in the beginning? What is Gletkin’s response to this?
10. What does Wassilij say to his daughter about Rubashov’s speech?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Many readers of fiction place themselves in the position of one character, wondering if they would do the same thing as that character. Discuss the following:
Do you think one of the values of literature is to serve as a reflection of oneself? Why or why not? Socrates said "Know thyself." How can reading a book such as Darkness at Noon help a reader to know him/herself? Do you find yourself reflecting on your own character and abilities when reading Darkness at Noon? Why or why not? Use examples from Darkness at Noon to support your answer.
Essay Topic 2
Discuss the following:
Analyze and discuss what you think are the characteristics of a successful novel and why Darkness at Noon is or is not a successful novel based on your criteria. Do you think the criteria for a successful novel should be different if it is written for adults versus young adults?
Essay Topic 3
Discuss the following:
Define plot and include the definitions of the most important elements of a plot. Do all novels have a plot? Why or why not? Write a brief synopsis of the plot of Darkness at Noon, identifying where the various elements of the plot occur (Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution or denouement). Do you find it difficult to identify the plot? Why or why not? What about the various elements of the plot? Give a brief synopsis of any important sub-plots.
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