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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. Where does Derkhan go to purchase a dying patient?

2. What does Derkhan bribe the nurse with in order to purchase Andrej?

3. Where will Isaac's final plan take place?

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

5. What do the parasitic creatures around the militia men's necks resemble?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. How does the crew manage to weave the dream cable throughout the entire city?

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

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

6. How does Shadrack die?

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

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

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

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

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

At the opening of the novel, Lin's art is clearly the most important element in her life. First, describe Lin's art and her artistic process. How are her paintings produced? Then explain how Lin's art causes conflict in her personal life and in her relationship. At the end of the day, would Lin argue that her art is worth the trouble? Do you think Lin will continue her art in her new life? Why or why not? Be sure to include examples from the text to help strengthen your arguments.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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