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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. Where does Nicholas say he has already seen Anton?

2. What is the empty litter described as being symbolic of?

3. How does Nicholas feel when he wakes up?

4. What does Nicholas learn about Conchis?

5. What confession does Julie make to Nicholas about when she was younger?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens when Nicholas sees Lily again and what does he tell her about his weekend with Alison?

2. What does Mitford tell Nicholas?

3. What does Nicholas challenge Alison to accept?

4. What happens to Nicholas as he follows Julie to the house?

5. In addition to the script, what other item does Nicholas find in the underground cavern?

6. Why does Leverrier refuse to speak with Nicholas about his personal experience at the villa?

7. What does Alison tell Nicholas when he accuses her of lying?

8. What factual elements does Nicholas realize were present in Conchis' masque?

9. What truth does Julie share with Nicholas and what information does she share about the person called Anubis?

10. Who visits Nicholas and what purpose does Nicholas believe this visit serves?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Why do you think Nicholas' relationship with Mrs. de Seitas is angry? Why do you think Nicholas' relationship with JoJo is selfish and shallow? Do you think these reasons are justified? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Describe the theme of NIcholas' transformation from the beginning of the novel through the end? Would you describe him at the end as being as selfish, overly indulgent and lazy as he was at the beginning?

Essay Topic 3

Write an analysis of this book based on the context of the writing style, language and development of characterization. Include the writing from beginning of the novel through the end of the novel including specific examples from the text.

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