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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. Which animal does Haroun's bed take the shape of?
2. What is the Mist of Misery?
3. Why is Rashid accused of being a spy?
4. Where is the Town of G?
5. Where does the Gup army meet before pulling out of the city?
Short Essay Questions
1. Why is Haroun embarrassed when he is unable to use his Wishwater properly?
2. What does Gup City look like?
3. Describe Mali.
4. Describe Buttoo.
5. What does the Bezaban idol look like?
6. Why does Soraya choose to leave her family?
7. What happens to the Ocean of Kahani when it is polluted?
8. Describe Butt.
9. Describe Blabbermouth.
10. Why can Rashid only say "ark" when he is on stage in the Town of G?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Writing style is an important element of fiction writing. "Haroun and the Sea of Stories" is no exception. Write an essay that explores the writing style of the author, Salman Rushdie. Address various components of writing such as perspective, sentence structure, diction, and grammar in your work. Explain how these things contribute to the flow of the narrative. Be sure the provide examples to support your work.
Essay Topic 2
By far the most prevalent theme in "Haroun and the Sea of Stories" is that of imagination and fantasy. Rashid is known as the Shah of Blah and the Ocean of Notions, and he is the one from which many stories flow. It is through him that Haroun is first introduced to the ideas of Moody Land and other such fantastical elements. Write an essay that explains why fantasy and imagination are important to the plot of the story. How do Rashid's stories help the protagonist, Haroun, throughout his journey? In what way does fantasy blend with reality to create something greater? Use examples from the novel to make the point.
Essay Topic 3
Money is important to several of the characters in "Haroun and the Sea of Stories". Snooty Buttoo in particular values money and possessions above many other things in life. Write an essay that explores the theme of money within the context of the plot. Why does Snooty Buttoo value money and things like his houseboat? Are Haroun and Rashid impressed by grandiose material possessions? Are they themselves rich or poor? What is their opinion of money and do they care for finance? Provide examples from the novel to support your argument.
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