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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 seems to dismay Papillon about the prison?

2. Papillon decides to count off this time in solitary in increments of _________________.

3. What does Papillon utilize to make the raft float?

4. What does Papillon bribe those who dish out the food to do for him?

5. Who does Papillon kill for squealing about Papillon's escape?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are the terms of Papillon's being set free?

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

3. Who is the new warden at the Royale prison and what job does he give to Papillon?

4. What reasons can Papillon give for Sylvain's demise and what selfish thought does Papillon harbor then?

5. What is a "Lisette" and who agrees to accompany Papillon on his next escape attempt?

6. Describe Papillon's escape attempt with a man named Romeo Salvida and how the insane asylum is a critical part of the plan?

7. Where does Papillon land after a departure from Georgetown?

8. How does Papillon end his story?

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

10. How does Papillon know that the revolt at the Royale prison has taken place and how does Papillon intervene to get the situation calmed down with the warden?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the significance of the book's title. Why does the author call it simply PAPPILON? What was he trying to emphasize with this emphatic style? Suggest three alternate titles for this book with supporting rationale for each.

Essay Topic 2

Project into the future ten years after the end of the book and write a brief synopsis for Papillon's life. Be sure to incorporate geographical, personal, political and cultural impacts.

Essay Topic 3

PAPILLON is a classic loss-and-renewal story. What does that classification entail? Why does this book fit into this category? Explain.

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