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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. Who is the historical figure that Claudia recalls writing about out of sheer disbelief at the man's bravery, charisma, stubbornness and indestructibility?

2. What does Claudia apologize for in Chapter 15?

3. Which Egyptian city does Claudia plan to feature in her history book?

4. Whom does Claudia use as her measuring guide when comparing men?

5. How exactly does Tom die?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Jasper decide to pursue a career in TV?

2. What fascinates Claudia about Memphis?

3. Discuss why Claudia and Gordon like to dance with each other, even as children.

4. What is ironic about Mrs. Hamilton allowing Claudia to go to Paris with Gordon?

5. How does Claudia's apology in Chapter 15 make Lisa feel?

6. Why does Claudia accept the offer of a film producer to buy the rights to her book?

7. What uncharacteristic way does Claudia attempt to ensure Tom's safety when she learns he is missing in action?

8. Why does Claudia refuse to pretend to be Jasper's secretary when they visit NATO together?

9. Where are Tom and Claudia when he confesses that he wants to marry her?

10. How does Claudia define "history" to Mr. Hamilton?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the exposition of the novel.

Essay Topic 2

What is a primary theme of Moon Tiger? How does the author present this theme? How does the theme develop throughout the novel?

Essay Topic 3

Identify the conflict and the crisis in Moon Tiger. How are the conflict and crisis in the story different, and what are the similarities?

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