Print
Word
PDF
|
| Name: _________________________ | Period: ___________________ |
This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Why are Rashid and Haroun forced to buy a bus ticket?
2. Why do the passengers fear for their lives while riding with Butt?
3. What shape is Buttoo's houseboat?
4. What is Rashid's reaction to the news of Soraya's disappearance?
5. How does the Hoopoe communicate?
Short Essay Questions
1. Why do the Page uniforms feature strange stories with Bolo's name in them?
2. Why does Butt agree to help Haroun by driving him to the Valley of K?
3. Describe Rashid.
4. What does Prince Bolo think of Batcheat?
5. What is the "Old Zone"?
6. Describe Mali.
7. Where did the Walrus get his name from?
8. What is the Mist of Misery?
9. How does Rashid react to his wife's disappearance?
10. Who is Oneeta?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Violence and war are minor themes in "Haroun and the Sea of Stories". Toward the end of the story, the cities of Gup and Chup go to war. Write an essay that explores how Salman Rushie is able to convey the ideas of war without extreme violence. Where do most of the casualties of the war come from? How does Salman Rushie convey the idea of battle without bloodshed? Does he show more sympathy for one side than the other? Is his version of war realistic? Explain your rationale by providing examples from the book.
Essay Topic 2
"Haroun and the Sea of Stories" concludes with a happy ending. Haroun and Rashid return home a success, Rashid is able to tell stories once more. Soraya returns home after realizing the faults of Mr. Sengupta, and the citizens of the sad city now remember the city's name. Write an essay that explores the conclusion of "Haroun and the Sea of Stories". What happens when Haroun goes to sleep after his return home? Why does he tell Butt the Hoopoe that he does not want to go anywhere? Does Butt understand his reasons for not wanting to go anywhere? Be sure the provide examples to support your work.
Essay Topic 3
Blabbermouth is strongest and most important female character in "Haroun and the Sea of Stories". She is the only one who plays a pivotal role in the saving of Kahani. Write an essay that explores Blabbermouth's character from a feminist perspective. Why is she a strong feminist character? What are her beliefs on work and society? How is she different from other female characters like Princess Batcheat and Soraya? Be sure the provide examples to support your work.
|
This section contains 791 words (approx. 3 pages at 300 words per page) |
|
