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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 did Winston tell Langdon his real name was in Chapter 8?

2. Who in the narrative coined the phrase "God of the Gaps"?

3. What did Kirsch describe as the universal mysteries for humankind in Chapter 9?

4. In what century did the city of Baghdad rise to prominence as the greatest center of learning on earth?

5. What artist created "The Matter of Time," according to Winston in Chapter 8?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Avila smuggle in the weapon he uses in the museum? What weapon is it?

2. What is the essence of Kirsch's discovery, as revealed in the Prologue?

3. What is the Guardia Real?

4. How does Langdon attain Kirsch's cell phone and access to it?

5. Who is "Spain's newest celebrity" (91), and how is she described?

6. Who is Marco and how does Avila know him?

7. How is Edmond Kirsch killed?

8. How does al-Fadl die?

9. How does Kirsch's presentation begin at the Guggenheim?

10. How do Langdon and Ambra escape the museum after Kirsch's murder?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze and discuss the character of Bishop Antonio Valdespino in Origin. Is this character a protagonist or an antagonist? Why? What is Bishop Antonio Valdespino's objective in the novel? Does he achieve his objective(s)?

Essay Topic 2

Describe and discuss three examples of foreshadowing or red herrings in Origin. What clues indicate future events in the story and how do those events play out? For what purpose does the author employ each example of foreshadowing or red herrings? Were you led astray by any of these clues?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the theme of technology versus humanity in Origin. How are these forces different? How are they connected? What statement do you think the author is making regarding technology and humanity?

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