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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 1970s, hundreds and thousands of _________________ were being held in Vietnam were handed over to the Russians in exchange for missiles.

2. What didn't Lisa like about her ex-boyfriend's career?

3. What information does the Frenchwoman at the Rossiya have for Sam?

4. Who welcomes Sam and Lisa to the village?

5. When does the novel take place?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Fisher's calls ultimately end up with Sam Hollis?

2. By driving deeper into the forest of Borodino, what do the two discover?

3. What type of novel is The Charm School by Nelson DeMille?

4. What do Sam and Lisa notice about the people in the village?

5. Why is Sam beginning to get suspicious concerning Lisa?

6. What does Sam think is interesting about this person?

7. Who is Kay Hoffman and why does she invite Lisa to different activities?

8. What unsettles Lisa and Sam when they are debriefed by Banks?

9. After they find out at Fisher has died, what must they do?

10. Why does Sam make the trek to Moscow to see Valentine Surikov?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When Same and Lisa learn of the function of the Charm School, they begin to think of people that could possible be Russian spies.

Why is Sam very quick to believe that Lisa is a Charm School graduate? Is it because he is feeling something for her?

Is Sam afraid to let his feelings be free because he might get hurt, the same way he was hurt with his wife?

Essay Topic 2

Is the Cold War the last time that America came close to being involved with World War III? Explain your thoughts.

How was the Cold War crisis finally avoided? Do you think it was do to the Americans inability to set up a Russian Charm School?

Essay Topic 3

Throughout the book, the theme of Freedom is explored. Many characters and, in fact, an entire society are being robbed of their ability to live their lives in the way they choose.

How does DeMille effectively discuss the theme of freedom?

Describe instances in which a person or society's chance at freedom is being taken away. Be very detailed and clear in your explanation.

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