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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 tied to growing up in New Jersey for Nathan?

2. Henry is said to be at risk of ___________.

3. Who tries to convince Nathan to remain in Israel?

4. What instrument does Henry's daughter play at his funeral?

5. What does Carol notice about Henry after he has surgery?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Nathan believe to be the reasons for Henry's death?

2. What is discussed during the dinner at Lippman's?

3. What is Henry's behavior when he goes on a walk with Nathan?

4. What are Nathan's thoughts during Henry's funeral?

5. Discuss the eulogy Carol gives at Henry's funeral.

6. Discuss the side effects of the medication Henry takes.

7. Discuss Henry's love life and who is involved.

8. Discuss the conversation between Nathan and Henry's daughter.

9. Why does Henry leave town? Where does he go?

10. Discuss Nathan's encounter with the woman with an American accent.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Foreshadowing plays a role in the novel when following certain versions of the story. What is the role of foreshadowing in the novel? What are the positive and negative aspects of this writing style?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the role of chapters and titles in the novel and the effect they have on the story.

Essay Topic 3

Decide whom you believe to be the protagonist and the antagonist in the story. Explain why you chose these characters. What classifies these characters as being a protagonist and an antagonist? What are the results of having a protagonist and an antagonist in the story?

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