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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. Where does Cor Takes keep a picture of Truus Coster?

2. In the Third Episode, where is Fake Ploeg working?

3. Where does Anton discuss the details of the assault with Cor Takes?

4. Why does Anton make an appointment with Cor Takes?

5. After Fake Ploeg leaves Anton's apartment, what are all of Anton's things covered in?

Short Essay Questions

1. Is Anton eager to discuss the night of the assault with Cor Takes?

2. Why does Anton choose to study anesthesiology?

3. How does Anton feel about politics?

4. What is the atmosphere at the funeral in the Fourth Episode?

5. Describe Anton's first wife.

6. Why is Anton prevented from entering his apartment in the Third Episode?

7. What calls Cor Takes away from the basement while Anton is visiting him?

8. What is the political climate in the Third Episode?

9. Where is Anton living and working in the Fourth Episode?

10. What are Anton's pastimes while he is an intern?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Cite three instances of the way Anton's copes with his tragedy. Does it work for him?

Essay Topic 2

In the beginning of the book, Anton's family consists of his parents and Peter. At the end, he has created a new family for himself. Discuss Anton's relationship with his family members, including both of his wives and his children.

Essay Topic 3

Retribution is a theme connected with the shooting of Fake Ploeg. Do any of the characters in "The Assault" deserve to die? Choose three characters and defend your answer to this question.

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