3. Fill in the blank: during the press conference, Superman tells the people that, "together, we will guide this new breed with wisdom ... and, if necessary, with _______."

4. To whom does Americommando go to war against in "Truth and Justice?"

5. Who does the Spectre refer to as "a gale force," patrolling Keystone City?

Short Essay Questions

1. Of what does Norman preach to his congregation in "Strange Visitor" and why?

2. Why is Americommando attacking the immigrants and refugees at the Statue of Liberty?

3. What constitutes Wesley Dodd's final moments?

4. At the very end of "Strange Visitor," how and why are Norman McKay's expectations of hope defeated?

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

6. Describe the relationship between Batman and Superman.

7. What has happened to Kansas?

8. Why does the Spectre come to Norman McKay?

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In what ways did the art in "Kingdom Come" contribute to the story? How did the artist effectively use perspective and focus to keep the reader's eye trained on the main storyline while not neglecting the other characters? What are some of the visual gags added throughout the book? How does this lighten the frequently dark and heavy mood of "Kingdom Come?" How does Ross's realistic style help the reader to better relate to the characters in this book? What is significant about his father posing for the character of Norman McKay?

Essay Topic 2

How is "Kingdom Come" a story of redemption? How must the meta-humans redeem their lapses in the eyes of the humans they swore to protect? How must Superman redeem his abandonment of society, as well as society redeeming their condemnation of his peaceful ways? In what ways is Wonder Woman's loss and subsequent recovery of her heritage integral to the story? How is Norman McKay's story line and character arc in line with the theme of redemption?