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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. The person who is torn limb from limb, literally, was a supporter of which group?

2. What is stolen from Garrigan's bungalow after the rest of the British are expelled?

3. Who offers Garrigan a room, though Garrigan can tell this is not a very energetic offer?

4. After speaking with Amin, Garrigan thinks that he really must fasten the _____________ around the door again.

5. What does Garrigan's sister send ahead so that it is at the new house when he arrives?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Garrigan's documentation of Amin's life seems to be a bad idea from the start.

Part 1: Why do you think that Garrigan decided to document Amin's life for himself?

Part 2: Why is it important that Garrigan document Amin's life?

Part 3: Is there anyone else who might be better suited to documenting Amin's life? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

At times, Garrigan seems quite naive when talking to others. For example, Sara uses a shortwave radio to talk to her family, which seems odd.

Part 1: Why do you think that Garrigan is a bit more native than others around him?

Part 2: What other reason might there be for Sara to have a short wave radio on hand?

Part 3: How might Garrigan's gullibility affect him as the story continues? Is this a good or bad quality for him to have?

Essay Topic 3

The media begins to call Amin's statements stranger and stranger as they continue to be broadcast on the radio.

Part 1: Why do you think the media is quick to point out the flaws and the 'craziness' in the statements of Amin?

Part 2: Do you think that Amin is truly crazy? Why or why not?

Part 3: In what ways does the media benefit from calling a dictator crazy?

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