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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 devastating event happened in the year 1545?

2. After Lin eats colorberries, from which part of her body does she secrete them?

3. What do Isaac and Yagharek believe the larva will become when it emerges from its chrysalis?

4. What type of insect does Isaac find in his bed when he wakes up in the morning?

5. Which of the following couples is the slake moth's next victim?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who does Isaac meet for dinner at the Clock and Cocker, and what do they discuss?

2. What disagreement do Issac and Yagharek have about the power source that will be used to propel his flight?

3. What sounds does Isaac wake to in the morning of the novel's first chapter?

4. How do the people of New Crobuzon react when they hear that Isaac is studying flying creatures?

5. Why does the slake moth attack Lumlamai?

6. Who is Ged and how does he feel about Isaac's new project?

7. Why are Lublamaie and David irritated with Isaac at the laboratory?

8. What does Lin look like?

9. Who does the mayor reach out to for help when he hears of the slake moth's attacks?

10. What strange trade does Mayor Rudgutter make with the Weaver in exchange for his services?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout the novel, many characters believe that the slake moths cannot be killed, yet by the end of the novel, all four moths are dead. First, explain why many believed the slake moths couldn't be killed. Then, describe, in detail, how each of the four slake moths were killed, and how their killers overcame the superpowers of the moths to defeat them. Be sure to include examples from the text to help strengthen your arguments.

Essay Topic 2

At first glance, the slake moths seem unstoppably powerful. First, describe the physicality and hunting style of the slake moths. Then, choose two deaths at the hands of the slake moths and describe them in detail. In your opinion, are slake moths more menacing than any other animal in the wild kingdom? Why or why not? Should the slake moths be villainized, or called "evil", because they are following their instincts? Be sure to include examples from the text to help strengthen your arguments.

Essay Topic 3

The Weaver is an interesting character with an interesting personal progression through the novel. First, describe the Weaver's personality at the opening of the novel, and how he became involved in the plot against the slake moths. Then, describe the Weaver's sudden character shift. What event caused this shift in motivation? Do you think it was genuine? Why or why not? Be sure to include examples from the text to help strengthen your arguments.

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