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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. What reason does Ben give Carla as to why he relocated her to Libya?

2. After witnessing Ben's interaction with the watcher, which of the following best describes Carla's reaction?

3. Which of the following is NOT something Ben has adopted from the Libyan locals during his time in Tripoli?

4. What new facial hair has Ben grown when he greets Carla?

5. Where do Carla and Mantini meet during their affair?

Short Essay Questions

1. What job does Carla get at the American Embassy in Rome?

2. How has religion affected Mantini's decision to stay in Tripoli even during the evacuation?

3. What do Carla and Ben discuss when they sit down for their first meal together at the restaurant?

4. What compliments do Carla and Mantini exchange when they first meet one another?

5. How does Carla receive the news that war has broken out in Tripoli?

6. What was Lucia wearing on the night she met Ben?

7. How does Carla react when she thinks Mantini has just proposed to her?

8. How do Carla and Mantini begin their affair?

9. What happens when Carla and Mantini take a drive through the deserted Roman city?

10. Where was Ben during the evacuation from Tripoli?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Mohammad is the matchmaker of this novel. Describe Mohammand's physicality. Then, explain how he helped to bring Carla and Mohammad together. Finally, explain whether or not you believe Mohammad knew what he was doing when he invited Carla to visit him at the crystal shop.

Essay Topic 2

Mantini's view of Americans changes drastically over the course of the novel. First, explain how Mantini felt about Americans before meeting Carla, and give one example of Mantini's interaction with Americans from the beginning of the novel. Then, explain how Carla altered Mantini's view of Americans, and give one example of a way she proved Mantini's stereotype wrong.

Essay Topic 3

The theme of love is one that pervades the novel as a whole. First, explain what Carla views as love in her life. Then, compare / contrast the two loves of her life - Ben and Mantini. Based on this comparison, explain which man is better suited for Carla, and explain why.

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