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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. After a perilous chase, who does Batman finally tackle and uncover his identity?
2. As Batman makes his way up to the roof to intercept the helicopter's henchmen, what does he think should be easier?
3. Who has tapped into the television antenna?
4. When approaching the army surplus helicopter, what does the gas Batman throws at the criminal do?
5. On the roof, Batman tells Commissioner Gordon that what two items were stolen?
Short Essay Questions
1. How does Batman continue to use fear to cripple the younger criminals he encounters?
2. Why does Batman feel that falling to his death he runs between the two towers on a cable being shot out by Harvey Dent's thug would be a fine death?
3. When the bank robbers return to Harvey Dent's apartment, what is the significance of the room being split into dirty and clean, light and dark?
4. One of the criminals Batman hurt attempts to sue him and asks the Gotham City Police to press charges against him. What is the irony of these actions?
5. How is Carrie Kelley a perfect Robin for Bruce Wayne's elderly Batman?
6. Why is it important to note that Harvey Dent has returned to a life of crime?
7. What does Bruce Wayne means when he tells the news reporter, "We must believe that our private demons can be defeated..."?
8. What is the significance of the storm breaking over Gotham City after weeks of intense heat?
9. How does Batman's age affect his body during the initial nights of his return?
10. When Batman has the Mutants' leader in his gun scope, why does Batman not blast the Mutants' leader and eliminate the gang altogether?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
What is the symbolism of the Joker? Explain how the author used the Joker's crazy antics and actions to reveal aspects of his character and aspects of Batman's character. Find descriptions from the text to support your answer and provide evidence for your opinion.
Essay Topic 2
One central theme revolving through "The Dark Knight Returns" is the question of who is good and who is evil? It seems that many of the characters, including the protagonist, are not always good. Explain who you believe in the story to be truly good. Also, discuss what it means to be good. Use the text to support your answer and provide evidence for your opinion.
Essay Topic 3
Explain why and how Batman succeeds in reaching his goal of killing off true identity, Bruce Wayne, and fully embracing his Batman persona by novel's end. Find descriptions from the text to support your answer and provide evidence for your opinion.
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