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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. The man Azaro helps out the back door and away from the thugs chasing him is caught by them and taken where?

2. Azaro's name is changed from what when he awakens from a coffin?

3. Who harasses Azaro's mother at the market?

4. Who takes the weapon from Azaro's father after the men flee?

5. Who brings palm wine when they arrive for the celebration?

Short Essay Questions

1. When Azaro wanders into a building in Book 4, what happens?

2. What does Azaro notice about his new home in Book 1?

3. What happens during the celebration of Azaro's return?

4. What happens the second time Azaro is abducted?

5. What is the story about the white man about, and who tells it to Azaro?

6. According to Azaro's father, what is the story of the King of the Road?

7. Why does Azaro no longer like Madame Koto in Book 3?

8. In Book 4, what happens with Azaro's fathers and the prostitutes at Koto's bar?

9. In Book 4, Azaro visited the bar less and less. Why? When he does visit, what does he find?

10. Why does Azaro's father say they would not step foot in the bar again?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In the end, Azaro's father wakes up and gives a speech about basically making the right choices. Discuss how the father's words connect with the overall story in regards to choosing and traveling on a road.

Essay Topic 2

While Azaro's father is sleeping in Book Eight, Azaro walks in his dreams. Describe what he sees and the perceptions he has, and discuss the impact of this on the story.

Essay Topic 3

In Book Five, the spirits try harder to get Azaro back in their world. How do they do this, what does it trigger, and how does it play out?

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