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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. As Fezzik and Inigo descend the stairwell of the Zoo's third level, what captures their free hands and their necks?

2. What does Fezzik do when he can't find the Spaniard?

3. How do Buttercup, Westley, Fezzik, and Inigo get past Yellin and the Brute Squad?

4. How is it that Westley feels no pain when the Prince tortures him?

5. Who enters the chamber once Buttercup finishes tying up Humperdinck?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the words exchanged between Westley and the albino when they finally have their first real conversation.

2. How does Inigo know that the piercing scream heard across the land emanated from the Man in Black?

3. What is the significance of Buttercup's nightmares?

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

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

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

7. To pacify Buttercup, what false offer does Humperdinck make regarding Westley and his pirate ship?

8. What is the Machine?

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

10. Who defeats the King bats at the Zoo of Death?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

List the character flaws of each of the following, and explain how these flaws foil plans and create unexpected story twists:

1. Prince Humperdinck.

2. Princess Buttercup.

3. Inigo Montoya.

Essay Topic 2

Explain how the following elements add levels of detail and intrigue to the story:

1. Humperdinck's and Buttercup's impending wedding.

2. The prince's penchant for hunting.

3. The prince's plot to kill his bride.

Essay Topic 3

Draw parallels between Buttercup's tormenting nightmares and her nagging feelings that she's made terrible mistakes and doesn't deserve Westley's love. Use examples from Chapter Six.

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