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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. In the Prologue, how early does the ten-thousand-year hibernation end?

2. In Chapter 43, where does Kate think Martin will be?

3. Where does Chapter 1 take place?

4. In Chapter 26, where does Dorian awake?

5. What range did the rail guns have when they fired on targets in Marbella and Malaga?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Adam Shaw?

2. In Chapter 4, whom does David see besides Sloan?

3. What precautions have the Immari taken at Ceuta if the outer walls are breached?

4. What does Dorian see in Chapter 26?

5. What do the Berbers do to David in Chapter 42, when he rides out to them?

6. Where does Kate find herself in Chapter 29?

7. Why does Kate decide to plague to the Immari?

8. Where do Martin, Kate and the boys find shelter in Chapter 17?

9. In Greek mythology who is the boatman?

10. What does Kate dream in Chapter 3?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The Atlantis Gene is given to humans by off-world scientists.

a. Was the gene intended for humans?

b. What were some unintended consequences of passing on the gene to humans?

c. What advantages and disadvantages were there for the humans to having the gene?

Essay Topic 2

In the novel, the author uses artistic license and blends fact and fiction to make the book seem more realistic. What are some of the instances where the author uses some truth, but twists the truth to advance the plot? How does the use of artistic license make the novel seem more real?

Essay Topic 3

The author uses cliffhangers to keep readers reading and to advance the plot. What are some instances where the author uses cliffhangers? How does leaving something unresolved entice readers to keep reading? How do cliffhangers advance the plot?

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