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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. Why does the Count become unnerved while fighting against Inigo?

2. When Westley, Buttercup, and Inigo look out the castle window, they see Fezzik with what?

3. Although Buttercup believes Westley is safe on his ship, in reality he is being what?

4. Who demands the gate key from Yellin as the three comrades try to enter the castle?

5. When Inigo regains consciousness and finds himself tied to a tree, he frees himself by using what?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens to Fezzik after he awakens following his battle with the Man in Black?

2. After his reunion with Fezzik, why does Inigo want to find the Man in Black?

3. What happens when Buttercup realizes that Humperdinck never sent out his four fastest ships to search for Westley?

4. Describe what happens when Inigo and Fezzik reach the third level of the Zoo of Death.

5. How do Inigo, Fezzik, and Westley get past guards to reach the castle's gate?

6. What does Inigo do once he regains consciousness after his battle with the Man in Black?

7. Why does Miracle Max agree to help Inigo and Fezzik in their attempt to bring their dead friend back to life?

8. How do Inigo, Westley, and Fezzik gain access to the key that grants them entry into the castle?

9. Summarize the deadly battle between Inigo Montoya and Count Rugen.

10. What happens after Inigo and Fezzik give Westley the miracle pill?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze one of the following minor characters, explaining in detail what this character adds to the story:

1. Max, the miracle maker.

2. Valerie, the miracle maker's wife.

3. Count Rugen, the six-fingered man.

Essay Topic 2

Analyze what messages the author is trying to convey about placing exaggerated importance on appearances. Using specific examples from the story, determine what the author considers superfluous and what he regards as real.

Essay Topic 3

Unlikely friendships develop as the plot thickens. Discuss how unlikely alliances are shaped based on the following:

1. Personal need.

2. Mutual respect or admiration.

3. Genuine, selfless love.

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