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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 many hours is David overdue returning home to Julius?

2. How long is Bootie's subway stuck?

3. What do Julius and David do after arguing in the afternoon?

4. What is the status of Marina's book?

5. What does Julius tell Danielle after Marina leaves the apartment?

Short Essay Questions

1. How has Julius betrayed David once again on the holiday weekend?

2. Why does Julius seem to be so uncomfortable around David's family?

3. What is Murray's opinion of Marina's book and how does she react to it?

4. What memories does Danielle have about Marina's wedding the next morning?

5. What is the reason that David is so late in arriving home?

6. What does the helicopter ride signify for Murray and Danielle?

7. What secret does Danielle continue to keep from Julius and Marina?

8. Why is Ludo such a disruptive presence at the Thwaites' home on the holiday?

9. How is Marina at odds with the important people in her life as she prepares for her wedding?

10. Where is Bootie after the September 11 attacks in New York?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Being caught off guard is an important theme in THE EMPEROR'S CHILDREN. Can you cite an example to support this theme? Name two other themes and cite examples to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Create a character study of Danielle. What are her physical characteristics? What are her motivations? What are her fears? What are her dreams? What else can you say about Danielle?

Essay Topic 3

What is the significance of the book's title? What are some other possible titles for the book. List at least five and cite your reasons for each.

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