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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. How far does Doomsday throw Superman towards the ground from the air in Chapter 6?

2. Where does Maxima throw Doomsday that Superman objects to because of the people it could hurt?

3. What happens to Supergirl after she is hit by Doomsday?

4. What is the name of the gas station that Doomsday throws Maxima towards in Chapter 4?

5. What happens to Superman temporarily when Doomsday kicks him in mid-air in Chapter 6?

Short Essay Questions

1. How do the underground monsters of Metropolis become released?

2. What does Superman notice about the helicopters in the sky as he is fighting Doomsday outside of the shopping center?

3. What is the difference in the way Superman's mother and father are viewing the actions of the reporters covering the battle in Metropolis?

4. What is the Cadmus Project, and how does it become involved with the battle between Superman and Doomsday?

5. What is Supergirl's initial response to seeing Superman's fight against Doomsday?

6. How does Guardian find out about a possible theory of where Doomsday came from?

7. What decision does Superman make at the beginning of Chapter 4 and why?

8. What is the condition of both Superman and Doomsday when Guardian finds Superman at the end of Chapter 5?

9. What is Doomsday doing in Metropolis, and how does Superman first try to stop him from being there?

10. How does Superman switch his strategy against Doomsday at Habitat?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze the intelligence level of Doomsday, using at least three examples of how it is depicted in the novel, the influence it has on his trip to Metropolis, and how it compares to his other dangerous characteristics.

Essay Topic 2

Superman and Lois have a bond that is evident in various forms during the story.

1) Describe three examples of the connection between Superman and Lois as they are presented throughout the novel.

2) Explain the importance of their conversation while Superman is battling Doomsday and how they express their feelings for each other.

3) Analyze the emotional aspect of Superman and Lois' connection in terms of what it adds to the overall story.

Essay Topic 3

Superman's appearance on the Cat Grant Show provides an in-depth look at his thoughts, as well as a balance to the events taking place simultaneously.

1) Describe the style in which Superman's interview with Cat Grant is presented and where it appears on each page.

2) Explain Superman's thoughts on the other members of the Justice League of America and his position in the Justice League.

3) Describe the events that are taking place during Superman's interview and the balance that is created by showing his appearance on the television show in a particular way.

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