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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 type of magic does Harry unleash to defeat the vampires?

2. The vampires surrounding Michael and Harry, in Chapter 25, are dressed in what color?

3. Why didn't the vampires tamper with Harry's belongings when he was locked up?

4. What does the man with Bianca tell Harry?

5. What color are Susan's eyes at the end of Chapter 34?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens to Amoracchius in Chapter 21?

2. How did Susan procure an invitation to Bianca's ball?

3. What does Harry do to ensure that his friends are safe from the Nightmare's attacks?

4. What does Harry do to escape from Lea?

5. How does Harry ultimately defeat Kravos?

6. How do the vampires react to Harry's costume at the masquerade ball?

7. Why does Thomas betray Harry's group?

8. Why is Thomas in attendance at Bianca's party?

9. How does Harry prevent Susan from eating him?

10. How does Lea help Harry defeat the Nightmare, in Chapter 21?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Michael disapproves of some of Harry's methods for gathering information and enlisting help for his ghost-hunting activities. What sources does Harry use, and why? How does Harry feel about them? Why does Michael disapprove of his methods? Why is Harry's magic unacceptable to Michael? Why does Michael still help Harry, even though he disapproves of some of his activities? Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the Nightmare,as the novel's main antagonist. What is the Nightmare? How does its character change throughout the story? How many characters actually embody the concept of the Nightmare? What does Harry learn while fighting it? Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

Essay Topic 3

Diplomatic relations between the White Council and the three vampire Courts are often stressed. What are their gripes with one another? How do they resolve conflict? Which characters act as appointed liaisons between the four groups? Why do the laws of hospitality exist? What happens if those laws are violated? Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

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