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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 invented biocircuitry?

2. Which organizations have territorial battles in the story?

3. Who kills the gang that assaults Ronin?

4. Who does Ronin get in a brawl with in Chapter 2?

5. Where does Ozaki go after being attacked in the beginning of the story?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Ronin do after he sees Casey get knocked unconscious?

2. Describe Billy.

3. Describe Casey's personality.

4. How does Casey react when she realizes Virgo blew herself up on purpose?

5. What does the cityscape of New York look like in Ronin?

6. How does Casey feel about her men only being able to use tasers on Ronin?

7. Why does Head want "street credit" with the local gangs?

8. What happens to Billy at the beginning of Chapter 2?

9. Describe Agat.

10. Describe the demon that attacks Ronin by the fire in Billy's dream in Chapter 1.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Love is an element that several of the characters experience in parts of Ronin. Casey and Ronin in particular share a very interesting kind of love. Write an essay that addresses the details of Casey and Ronin's relationship. How is love used as a motivator for Ronin? What sorts of deeds does he perform in the name of love? How does Casey reciprocate his feelings? How does love help both Casey and Ronin evolve as characters? Use examples from the novel to make the point.

Essay Topic 2

A samurai is someone who follows a strict code of conduct. Ronin acts in this way consistently throughout the story. Write an essay that explores the qualities of a samurai as they are presented in the graphic novel. What type of personality does a samurai have? What types of things does a samurai do in a tough situation? How does a samurai dress? Make sure to use examples from the novel to support your opinions.

Essay Topic 3

Agat is portrayed as being the main villain at the beginning of the story. His role begins to change as events unfold. Write an essay that analyzes the way in which Agat's role changes over the course of the story. How does he evolve and develop as time progresses? In what way does Agat start off as being treacherous, but end up being subservient to Virgo? Which events lead up to his eventual demise? Make sure to use examples from the novel to support your opinions.

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