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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. Why does Marv profess to like hit men?

2. Upon what events from his past does Marv reflect as being partially healed by his night with Goldie?

3. What ultimately happens to the police car Marv steals after his hotel escape?

4. How long does Marv sleep after making love to Goldie?

5. For what reason did Marv hold himself responsible for failing to prevent Goldie's death?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the alleyway by the hotel and what it reveals about Sin City.

2. What does Marv believe about his encounter with Goldie's doppelganger near the church?

3. Describe the encounters that lead Marv to the church.

4. What is significant about Marv believing that he caught Goldie's scent in the air?

5. How does Marv explain his injuries and activities to his mother when he goes to her home for Gladys?

6. What does Marv reveal about his philosophy in life to Lucille in her apartment?

7. Why does Marv kill the priest?

8. What does Marv believe will happen if he is caught by the police and what does this indicate about himself and the town?

9. What happens to Marv after he leaves the church in chapter five?

10. Describe the scene in the beginning of "The Hard Goodbye."

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the significance behind Lucille's gun and her murder? Discuss this in relation to the general atmosphere and depth of corruption in Sin City.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast Marv and Kevin and discuss the significance behind their similarities and differences.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss how the Roark family's influence and power in Sin City (from past to present) has brought about Kevin's serial killings.

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