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

2. How are the slake moth eggs, and their mother, killed?

3. Whose dreams are NOT used to lure the slake moths to the trap?

4. Which of Isaac's colleagues was the only one to be arrested with him?

5. How does the nurse feel about selling Andrej to Derkhan?

Short Essay Questions

1. Where does Isaac awaken after being kidnapped by the Weaver?

2. What is the mood of the novel as it comes to a close?

3. How do the members of MontJohn Rescue dress?

4. What happens at 11:00 p.m. at the Glasshouse?

5. What unexpected visitor stops at Isaac's house following the final slake moth attack?

6. What plan to kill the slake moths does Isaac concoct with the help of the Constructs?

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

8. What is the Weaver doing in the Glasshouse?

9. Why does Isaac visit Canker River?

10. How are the four fugitive greeted when they arrive at the Construct Compound?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 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

What role does Andrej Shelbornek play in Isaac's plan to defeat the slake moths? First, describe Andrej Shelbornek and how he came to be apart of Isaac's gang. Then, describe his role in the plan to overtake the slake moths. What message do you think Mieville is sending to the audience about current society through her inclusion of Andrej's character? Do you think Andrej's death is justifiable? Why or why not? Be sure to include examples from the text to help strengthen your arguments.

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