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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. How old is Papillon when he is transferred to the new island?
2. Which man comes to Papillon with a plan for escape?
3. Papillon decides to count off this time in solitary in increments of _________________.
4. What does Papillon know will happen to Carobnieri's dead body?
5. What is the main livelihood of the people who take in Papillon?
Short Essay Questions
1. How much of his eight-year sentence does Papillon end up serving?
2. What is Papillon's sole concern upon being rescued and where is he taken?
3. How does Papillon manage to get transferred back to Diable where his chances of escape are more favorable?
4. Where does Papillon and Carbonieri bury the raft pieces during the time they are working on it and what is the method they are going to use to keep the raft afloat?
5. What is a "Lisette" and who agrees to accompany Papillon on his next escape attempt?
6. How does the war play a part in Papillon's rescue?
7. What is Papillon's idea to prevent the sharks from consuming Carbonieri's body?
8. Why does Papillon initiate a new escape plan and who does he enlist to help him?
9. What are the terms of Papillon's being set free?
10. What are Papillon's plans for surviving the eight-year stint of solitary confinement?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Explain the concept of loneliness as it exhibits in the book. Why do the penal colony prisoners have especially lonely lives? Is that designed by the authorities to make the punishments especially trying? Explain the loneliness and the methods and attempts to overcome it.
Essay Topic 2
PAPILLON is a classic loss-and-renewal story. What does that classification entail? Why does this book fit into this category? Explain.
Essay Topic 3
The author uses some important instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an example of foreshadowing.
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