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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. Who takes the gnome to the other wizards to figure out why he suddenly appeared?

2. Who is scared of the eight-armed monster in the cellar?

3. What is Death's relationship to Susan's mother?

4. Who thrusts a knife into Ernie's belly?

5. What does Bilious see when he grabs the crystal ball?

Short Essay Questions

1. Whom does Susan meet when she goes to the bar called Biers? What happens?

2. What happens in the Maul that disturbs Vernon Crumley?

3. What does Susan discover in the books about the Hogfather in Death's library?

4. What does Ridcully discover about the old shower that was previously boarded up?

5. What does Susan ask Death? What does he say?

6. What does Mr. Teatime do in order to transport his mercenaries?

7. What is unusual about this Hogswatch?

8. Who comes when Susan whistles when she goes outside with Raven and the Death of Rats?

9. Who is Mr. Teatime? Who is his team comprised of?

10. Why do the guests at the Gaiter family party laugh at Susan? What do they fail to see?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses some important instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an example of foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 2

Explain the concept of loneliness as it is exhibited in the story. Which of the characters are lonely? Are they all lonely in some way? Explain the loneliness and the methods and attempts to overcome it.

Essay Topic 3

The author uses more than one theme in the novel. Identify at least two themes in the story and then cite an example to support each theme.

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