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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 the Walrus offer to grant Haroun a favor?

2. Where are Haroun and his companions taken by the enemy?

3. Why does Prince Bolo get angry with Blabbermouth?

4. Where was Batcheat being held?

5. Who brings Haroun and Rashid back to the houseboat?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens to the citizens of Chup after Khattam-Shud is vanquished?

2. How is Haroun saved from his capture on the Dark Ship?

3. What happens when Haroun puts Butt the Hoopoe's mechanical brain back in Butt's head?

4. What does Khattam-Shud look like?

5. What do Laminations look like and what purpose do they serve?

6. How does Haroun feel about his mother returning?

7. How does Haroun feel when he is captured by Khattam-Shud's men?

8. What happens when Haroun's wish comes true after drinking the Wishwater?

9. Why is Butt the Hoopoe seemingly immune to the poisonous waters of the Ocean?

10. Why does Khattam-Shud divulge his plans to Haroun?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The protagonist is the most important character to the plot. Without Haroun there would be no "Haroun and the Sea of Stories". Write an essay that explores the different aspects of Haroun's character. What is Haroun like at the beginning of the story? How does his character evolve as the story progresses and he is forced overcome obstacles and problems? How do his interactions with different characters change as the plot progresses? Explain your rationale by providing examples from the book.

Essay Topic 2

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.

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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