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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. While in New York, who dies from a heart attack while standing over a hot grill?

2. When Nick's father tells Nick that they need to discuss important business, where do they decide to hold that meeting?

3. Where does Nick decide to hide out when he goes underground?

4. Who does Johnny decide to include in the entertainment lineup for the Inaugural Ball because she's been such a good luck charm for Johnny?

5. Francesca and her kids surprise Billy at work. What do they surprise Billy with?

Short Essay Questions

1. Even though Michael is moving into semi-retirement, he insists on keeping his seat on the Commission. Why?

2. After receiving the upsetting phone call and sending Kathy and Sonny out to dinner, what does Francesca realize that Kathy has been right about?

3. Michael confesses his fears of what will happen if they are unsuccessful in gaining control of the Cuban casinos. What does Michael fear?

4. When Nick and his men meet in Cleveland with Don Forlenza, why does Nick convince the Don to keep Sal Narducci alive for the time being?

5. After Joe leaves Michael's suite and Tom and Michael are once again alone, why does Tom threaten to quit?

6. According to Forlenza's information, why is Nick's plane sabotaged?

7. As Chapter 20 begins, Fredo's wife implies that their marriage is simply a cover for Fredo's homosexuality. She leaves the room without incident, but then Fredo destroys everything in the room. Why?

8. Why does Vito feel that he has no other choice but to bring Sonny into the family business?

9. According to what Kay tells Michael at the Inaugural Ball, why does she leave their marriage?

10. When Kay accepts Michael's invitation to the Inaugural Ball, why does Michael believe that she's accepted? Why does she actually accept?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There are many attempts by Michael to leave the family business and go legitimate. Identify at least three of Michael's attempts to go legitimate. How do these situations differ? How are these situations similar? Overall, how successful are Michael's attempts to become a legitimate business man? Could Michael ever have been truly legitimate? Why or why not? Support your reasoning with examples from the story.

Essay Topic 2

The book is entitled, "The Godfather Returns". Why does the author choose this title? How does the title foreshadow the events that unfold in the story, the inner struggles of the main character, and the regard - or lack thereof - of the people surrounding Michael?

Essay Topic 3

There is no doubt that Francesca has been greatly affected by having the Corleone name, as well as when she learns the truth about her family's history and real identity. Discuss how Francesca's last name affects her relationship with Billy. How does having the Corleone name affect Francesca's mental state, her ability to reason, her ability to trust, and her overall self-image?

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