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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 does Papillon say is one of the dangers of life in prison?

2. Papillon is warned that he cannot escape from the island in #146 because of __________________.

3. What is the name of the torpedo ship that Papillon and the others see?

4. What happens to Salvida during the escape attempt?

5. What precious stones do the prisoners find?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Papillon initiate a new escape plan and who does he enlist to help him?

2. Describe Papillon's rescue by the torpedo ship.

3. What is Papillon's sole concern upon being rescued and where is he taken?

4. What is the fishing village where Papillon and his cohorts live and where do the police eventually take them?

5. How does Papillon end his story?

6. How does Papillon manage to get transferred back to Diable where his chances of escape are more favorable?

7. For what reason is Papillon sentenced to eight years in solitary confinement?

8. How does the war play a part in Papillon's rescue?

9. What happens to the three prisoners who come to Papillon with the plan for a revolt at Royale prison?

10. How much of his eight-year sentence does Papillon end up serving?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Charriere was a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, metaphors, and irony, briefly describe them and identify the technique which they embody.

Essay Topic 2

Henri Charriere was no stranger to hurt and pain. From what you know of Charriere's life through this book, what were his biggest sorrows and worst betrayals? How did he manage through them? How did his coping skills evidence themselves in many aspects of his life? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Hatred takes on an almost human persona in second part of the book. What was the source of the hatred? Why was the hatred pervasive? What is this literary technique called? Cite examples that support this position.

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