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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Dinsdale think Jack's insanity could ruin for him?

2. What kind of bird has Jack killed?

3. What does Jack say it is important to feel before facing the public?

4. What does Charles call the person who killed Claire?

5. With what does Jack kill Claire?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the book's reception in three different countries including the country the book was written. How do their opinions about the books differ? Was the book more influential in one country than another? If so, why?

Essay Topic 2

Choose two of the following people and outline their influence on Jack's life:

1. His father.

2. Charles.

3. Grace.

4. Dr. Herder.

Essay Topic 3

Examine the novel's chronological setting.

1. What were the main concerns during the 1960s? How does the author express these concerns?

2. How would the author change the novel if it was set in today's society?

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