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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. What is the name of the mountain elf that helps Zeus in Greek mythology?

2. What part of his boss's body does Johnny imagine twisting off?

3. What does the doctor claim is the cause of the fungus on Will's foot?

4. What is the name of the bar where Johnny and Lude meet Lucy?

5. What does Johnny think is following him while he is at work?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Johnny react to the manuscript found in Zampano's trunk?

2. What does Johnny write about when he writes about Thumper?

3. What happens when the Navidson animals run into the mysterious hallway in the home?

4. What do the men discover about the hallway during their first exploration?

5. As a child, how did Johnny react to his father's sudden death?

6. What happens in the Navidson home while the family is away at a wedding in Seattle?

7. How does Karen deal with her claustrophobia?

8. What happens when Navidson encounters the door at the end of the long hallway in the House of Leaves?

9. What happens to the little dog Johnny finds while walking to his car from the bar?

10. What happens when Johnny takes the two thugs down to the ship to help them buy cheap merchandise for resale?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The story of the Greek mountain nymph Echo is a story pervasive in this novel. First, explain the story of Echo in traditional Greek mythology. Then, explain how Echo's story relates to Will's story and the mystery of the house. Finally, discuss why you think Danielewski chose to include Echo's story in this novel.

Essay Topic 2

All throughout her life, Karen has struggled with debilitating claustrophobia. First, explain the events of Karen's childhood that left her with such a crippling fear. Then, explain at least two of the coping methods Karen has adopted to help her live with her claustrophobia. Finally, explain how the appearance of the mysterious hallway in her home brings about a relapse in Karen's claustrophobia.

Essay Topic 3

All throughout the novel, Johnny has various sexual encounters with random women. First, describe at least two of the women Johnny finds himself in brief relationships with, and describe how each of these relationships end. Then, describe what seems to motivate Johnny in his pursuit of these women. What does he gain, or lose, in each conquest?

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