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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 do the Shaman sacrifice bears?

2. What does the Shaman offer Walser to drink?

3. How does Olga break the camp's code of conduct?

4. What do Lizzie and Fevvers find in the hut?

5. What does the Duke have in the crotch of his pants?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Maestro's story.

2. What do you think is significant about the reindeer in book 3, chapter 8?

3. Why have the outlaws been banished?

4. Describe Fevvers condition in book 2, chapter 11.

5. Describe the character of the Escapee.

6. What sacrifice has Walser for his freedom in book 3, chapter 4?

7. What new thoughts and characteristics does book 2, chapter 9 introduce about Fevvers?

8. What differences does book 3, chapter 7 highlight between Lizzie and Fevvers?

9. In what way is freedom a major theme in book 3, chapter 4?

10. How does Fevvers greed blind her to her problems in book 2 chapter 11?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the novel's chronological setting.

1) What were the main concerns during the late 19th century. How does Carter express these concerns?

2) In what ways do you think the novels meaning would change if it was set in today's society?

Essay Topic 2

Compare Fevvers and Walser.

1) What is their relationship with other circus folk?

2) What are the similarities and dissimilarities?

3) Do you think they are the perfect match?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss Fevvers' relationship with the following characters:

1) Walser

2) Lizzie

3) Colonel Kearney

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