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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Padeen Coleman is proving himself to be ____________.
2. Why is Maturin furious when Aubrey turns to the open seas?
3. What does the older women want to do with Aubrey?
4. What does Horner say when he approaches Maturin?
5. When does Surprise meet up with Danaë?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
There are a number of interesting questions raised by The Far Side of the World. Questions that Hobbs most likely want readers to consider and think through carefully. Discuss the following:
1. What does the term "author agenda" mean?
2. Name one idea/concept you think may have been a part of the O'Brian's agenda. Analyze that idea throughout the book and discuss O'Brian's probable agenda concerning that idea.
2. Do you think writers who have an agenda for writing should point it out in a preface?
3. How often do you think fiction is written with a clear agenda in mind by the author?
4. Research the life of O'Brian and see if/where his life may have influenced his writing.
Essay Topic 2
Discuss the following:
1. What do you think are the characteristics of a successful novel?
2. Analyze and discuss The Far Side of the World based upon the criteria that you think set for a successful novel. Judge if The Far Side of the World is a successful novel.
3. Do you think the criteria for a successful novel should be different if it is written for adults versus young adults? Why or why not? Would most adults consider The Far Side of the World a successful novel? What about young teens?
Essay Topic 3
Discuss one of the following:
1. Trace and analyze the theme of war in The Far Side of the World. Consider the following questions as you write: What characters are most concerned with war? Why? What are some symbols of war? Symbols of nationalism? What characters seem patriotic?
2. Trace and analyze the theme of courage in The Far Side of the World. Which characters struggle with this issue? Why? Which characters seem to possess courage? Why?
3. Trace and analyze the theme of nature versus man in The Far Side of the World. How does the natural world affect the plot? How does it affect the characters? Which characters are most concerned with the natural world? Why is knowledge of the natural world important in that era to sailors?
4. Trace and analyze the theme of superstition in The Far Side of the World. Which characters struggle with this issue? Why? Which characters seem to be superstitious? Why?
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