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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 is the name of the patient presented at the conference?
2. The Sailor’s room is described as “the colorless smell of” what?
3. On a radio show, who examines the mentally ill, including a guest he claims is a cured homosexual?
4. The Sailor tells the boy that he doesn’t want his money, Honey, but wants his what, instead?
5. What term refers to an organization of non-elected officials of a government or organization that implements the rules, laws, and functions of their institution?
Short Essay Questions
1. What do the different political groups symbolize in “Islam Incorporated and the Parties of Interzone”?
2. What is the focus of the courtroom scene in “The Market”?
3. How does Dr. Schafer differ from Dr. Benway?
4. Why is Carl Peterson called for a doctor’s appointment in “The Examination”? Who sees him?
5. Where does the Sailor take the boy in “The Exterminator Does a Good Job”? Why?
6. Who are Aracknid and Andrew Keif?
7. How is the city of Interzone described?
8. How is A.J. described in “Islam Incorporated and the Parties of Interzone”?
9. What different political groups are described in “Islam Incorporated and the Parties of Interzone”?
10. How does the author broach the theme of reality versus hallucination in “The Examination”?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Discuss the character of Manuel in “Lazarus Go Home.” What history does William share with Manuel? How has Manuel changed from the days when he was still using drugs? How does William feel about those changes?
Essay Topic 2
William’s character is based upon the real life and experiences of author William S. Burroughs. How does the book mirror William S. Burroughs' real life experiences, including running from the law, traveling to exotic locations, and becoming involved in underground drug and homosexual cultures?
Essay Topic 3
Discuss the character of the Vigilante. What does William reveal about the Vigilante in Chapter 2? Why is he sent to a federal psychiatric hospital? What is the significance of the Vigilante’s weight changes, both while incarcerated and while using drugs?
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