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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 Iff agree to take Haroun to Gup City?

2. Which tool does the Disconnector most closely resemble?

3. Who meets Rashid and Haroun at the railway station?

4. What is Blabbermouth's secret?

5. What is Bezaban made out of?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Haroun embarrassed when he is unable to use his Wishwater properly?

2. What happens to the Ocean of Kahani when it is polluted?

3. Why are Guppees unsure of what to do with spies?

4. How does Rashid react to his wife's disappearance?

5. Describe Iff and where he comes from.

6. What is a Hoopoe?

7. Describe Mali.

8. Describe Rashid.

9. Describe Blabbermouth.

10. Why does Soraya choose to leave her family?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Every adventure story must have its hero. Haroun is the hero of "Haroun and the Sea of Stories". Yet even though he saves Kahani, he does not think of himself as a savior. Write an essay that explains why Haroun is a hero to the people of Kahani. What is a hero? What makes Haroun a hero? Why does he not think of himself as heroic? Why do the citizens of Gup appreciate him? Be sure the provide examples to support your work.

Essay Topic 2

Love is yet another reoccurring theme in "Haroun and the Sea of Stories". Romantic love can be exemplified in the relationship Prince Bolo and Princess Batcheat share. Meanwhile the love of friendship can be seen in the relationships between other minor characters. Write an essay that explains why love is important to the plot of the story. How do romantic love and the love of friendship differ? Why do Prince Bolo and Princess Batcheat share a relationship that revolves around romantic love? What role does love play in the evolution of Haroun's character? Explain your rationale by providing examples from the book.

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.

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