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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. Who unexpectedly visits Isaac after he falls asleep with Lin?

2. How many constructs does Isaac count at the council?

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

4. Which member of Isaac's crew does the mother slake moth manage to kill before she dies?

5. Who unexpectedly offers protection to Jack and Derkhan during the final battle?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. Why does Isaac visit Canker River?

4. How do the members of MontJohn Rescue dress?

5. How does Shadrack die?

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

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

8. What request does the unexpected guest make of Isaac?

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

10. What is waiting for Isaac in the room that "reeks of rotting flesh"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout the novel, Isaac's relationship with Lin is tested, particularly as the two begin to spend more and more time apart. First, describe the struggles Isaac and Lin faced in their relationship throughout the story. Then, describe the state of the couple's relationship at the end of the novel. What do you think life will be like for them in the future? Was it worth the struggle of the fight for the final romantic result? Why or why not? Be sure to include examples from the text to help strengthen your arguments.

Essay Topic 2

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.

Essay Topic 3

Throughout the novel, Isaac learns that he cannot trust many of the friends he once held dear to him. Choose two of Isaac's friends or colleagues that he thought he could trust, but turned out to be unable to. What changed in these relationships to destroy the trust between old friends? Given the circumstances, do you think Isaac overreacted to his friends' loss of trust? Why or why not? Be sure to include examples from the text to help strengthen your arguments.

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