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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For what crime was Magog acquitted, over Superman's protestations?
(a) The destruction of Kansas.
(b) The Joker's murder.
(c) Lois Lane's murder.
(d) The Scarecrow's murder.

2. At Planet Krypton, what are the employee's uniforms?
(a) Tuxedos.
(b) Disney characters.
(c) Shorts and t-shirts.
(d) Superhero costumes.

3. What does Wonder Woman reveal to Aquaman and Superman?
(a) She has killed a man.
(b) She abandoned her heritage.
(c) She has been stripped of her heritage.
(d) She is pregnant.

4. In the first chapter of this book, after Norman leaves the restaurant, what does he do when he comes across the superheroes battling in the street?
(a) He pulls a woman out of a burning car.
(b) He watches, unable to help.
(c) He shields a little girl with his body.
(d) He runs away.

5. Where is the scene of the first incident Norman and the Spectre witness in Chapter 2?
(a) The Statue of Liberty.
(b) The St. Louis Arch.
(c) The Empire State Building.
(d) The Sears Tower.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Superman refer to Gotham City, showing his dislike of Batman's methods of keeping order?

2. According to the Spectre, why are the U.N. delegates finally afraid?

3. Who is revealed as the saving hero at the end of the first chapter?

4. According to Wesley, how many "thunders" will "utter their voices"?

5. What does Batman wear at all times?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the restaurant scene at Planet Krypton.

2. Why does Wonder Woman visit Superman in "Strange Visitor?"

3. In what ways has Superman changed from his iconic look in his first appearance in this book?

4. What active superheroes from the older generation are shown to Norman McKay in the first chapter and how do they keep people safe?

5. What heralds the appearance of Superman at the end of the first chapter?

6. Why has Wonder Woman been stripped of her title and heritage?

7. What leads up to Wesley Dodd asking random people on the street if "they missed the concept of human achievement?" and what did he mean?

8. During the battle at the end of "Strange Visitor," what leads up to the cable car falling?

9. What preempts the appearance of the seven superheroes at the Status of Liberty?

10. Describe the relationship between Batman and Superman.

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