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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 did the Cardinal buy with the change he had left after buying his bus ticket to go to a new city?

2. At the intersection of New _______ Avenue and the Gallin Highway, the old van turned off down a winding side road that led to the river.

3. A traveling _________ sharpener and his girlfriend picked up the Cardinal as he was standing on the side of the road.

4. While the Borodin location is now closed, the Cardinal finds out there is now talk of making it a _____________.

5. The roadblocks were put up to catch some thieves who stole government ___________ two nights before.

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Cardinal Bem insist on doing on the way to Gneisk, even though he has other options?

2. What does the Prime Minister tell Cardinal Bem when they are able to meet with each other?

3. What happens as Cardinal Bem begins to give communion to the masses of people?

4. What does the Archbishop's speech say has sparked his call to the faithful?

5. What does Cardinal Bem think of when he spends his time with the destitute under the bridge?

6. What does Father Ley reveal to Cardinal Bem about his assassination attempt?

7. What does the Cardinal learn that children have been doing along with a priest in the town?

8. What makes Colonel Vrona agree to the new plan of the Cardinal's when the Cardinal insists?

9. What does Peter Jop reveal the Cardinal Bem about the strike they are supposed to have?

10. What does the young man hand to Cardinal Bem when he is standing out in the square?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The group at the agricultural farm talks about a man who wins a prize for literature and then runs away to the west for a life of decadence.

Part 1: Why do you think this conversation made everyone uncomfortable?

Part 2: Do you think it's such a bad thing to live a life of decadence? Why or why not?

Part 3: Why do you think this conversation is something everyone in the group can relate to?

Essay Topic 2

The Cardinal does seem most concerned about the safety of his people, rather than listening to what the government wants him to do.

Part 1: Why do you think governments try to get religious leaders to talk to their people about government issues?

Part 2: Why do you think the Cardinal can't simply ignore what the government says?

Part 3: Why do you think the Cardinal's top priority is the safety of his people?

Essay Topic 3

The theme of power is one which is explored in great detail in this novel. Power is what everyone wants, but it seems that no one can share it.

Part 1: Why is power something of importance to those in government?

Part 2: Why is power something of importance to those in the church?

Part 3: Can the church and the government share power? Why or why not?

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