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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. In Chapter 20, who seduces Abel despite her recent rejection of his affection?

2. What is baby Wladek's birth defect?

3. Where is Florentyna buried?

4. How many cottages does the Baron leave to his heir?

5. What was the $5 million contract for that Henry Osborne "secured?"

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Anne growing more anxious in Chapter 10?

2. How does Wladek discover he is the Baron's second son?

3. Explain young William's luggage scheme.

4. Explain why Davis Leroy's daughter initially rejects Abel's physical advances. What is her advice to Abel?

5. What is ironic about the first time Melanie Leroy sleeps with Abel after he inherits her father's hotel chain?

6. In addition to his night studies in English, what other tutoring does Abel seek and why?

7. How does Abel use his first job at a hotel to build wealth?

8. How does William meet Kate?

9. Describe William Kane's birth.

10. Describe the circumstances of Wladek's birth.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the protagonist in Kane and Abel. Discuss the antagonist. Is there ever a time in the novel when it seems like they have reversed roles? Use the definition for the terms in your response.

Essay Topic 2

A main character has both good and bad qualities, giving the character dimension. Discuss Abel's bad qualities. Who is to blame for those qualities? Are the "bad" qualities really bad? Support your answers.

Essay Topic 3

What methods and writing techniques does the author use to get readers to empathize with William and Abel?

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