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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. What is Zaibatsu's most numerous faction?

2. Who had killed Lindsay's assassin?

3. What does the President ask to be done with it?

4. Who has been the informant for this person?

5. Why is it recommended that Lindsay breathe shallowly?

Short Essay Questions

1. How do the locals view marriage to Carnassus?

2. What do the surgeons do to Kitsune?

3. Why does Lindsay feel secure in his incognito clothes?

4. Why are the pirates jealous of the Shapers?

5. Why does it take courage for Lindsay to approach the Nephrine Black Medicals?

6. What is Zen Sarotonin?

7. What news hits Constantine hard?

8. What is Wells' main issue with the aliens?

9. How is the right to death on Zaibatsu claimed, and how else might Lindsay be terminated?

10. What are the three things the President makes sure that Lindsay understands?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout the novel, Lindsay changes his identity numerous times. What are some of the similarities in each of his characters? What are some of the main differences? How do these characters impact his personality? Explain your answer thoroughly.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss Nora's commitment to the Mavride clan. How is this commitment different than anyone on Earth's commitment to their family? How is it similar? What are some of the drawbacks to this level of commitment?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss Dr. Mirny's interpretation of the Swarm. How does she see them? Is this analysis accurate? Suggest reasons why the intelligent caste of the swarm takes over what was once its best ally. Is this a sound and logical move or one made out of emotion? Justify your answer.

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