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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 Mr. Motley threaten to do to Lin in a ransom note?

2. Which of the following are slake moths most attracted to?

3. Where does Derkhan go to purchase a dying patient?

4. After the final attack, how long does Isaac hold Lin?

5. Which of the following descriptions best describes Isaac's unexpected visitor?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why doesn't Lemuel want to continue Isaac's search for Lin?

2. How does Isaac treat Lin after the final slake moth attack?

3. How does Isaac react to the request of his unexpected visitor?

4. How is the slake moth killed at the Construct Compound?

5. How do the three slake moths die in the city center?

6. What effect are the slake moths having on the people of New Crobuzon?

7. How do the Cactacae feel about the slake moths hiding out in their buildings?

8. What is most shocking to Isaac about the humans that run the Construct Compound?

9. What does Derkhan purchase from the local hospital?

10. What is the Glasshouse, and why does Isaac go there?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The events inside the Glasshouse are some of the most action-packed and riveting scenes in the entire novel. First, describe the Glasshouse, its occupants, and the social structure of the mini-city. Then, describe how this social structure is disrupted by the introduction of Isaac and his crew. How did this introduction lead to the death of many of Isaac's friends and many of the slake moths? Be sure to include examples from the text to help strengthen your arguments.

Essay Topic 2

New Crobuzan is run completely by Mayor Rudgutter and his militia of armed men. First, describe Mayor Rudgutter as a leader. What qualities does he most value in his subordinates? Then, chose one example from the text in which you believed Rudgutter handled his position well. Then, compare / contrast that to a time when Rudgutter failed in his post. In your opinion, is Rudgutter a good city mayor? Why or why not? Be sure to include examples from the text to help strengthen your arguments.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the maturation process for the larva Isaac kept in his laboratory that eventually became the slake moth. What developmental stages did the larva go through? In your opinion, were there warning signs about the terrible creature the larva would become? If so, when? Finally, who do you think should be held responsible for the slake moth attacks? Why? Be sure to include information from the text to help strengthen your argument.

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