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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. When Michael announces that he is retiring, who does Michael name as his successor?

2. During Nick's meeting in Cleveland with Don Forlenza, who do they decide to use as a pawn in their plan to build alliances and eventually go after Michael?

3. When the assassination plot blows up in Nick's face, who offers to relocate Nick?

4. When does Nick's shaking problem first manifest itself?

5. 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?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Tom surprised by the results of the background check he conducts on Lucadello?

2. Why does Michael make it a point to attend the funeral for baby Carmela, even though neither Francesca's twin sister nor Billy's parents attend the funeral?

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

4. While the women are preparing dinner at the Corleone compound in Lake Tahoe, Tom and Michael discuss Billy Van Arsdale's career. Why has Billy's career stalled?

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

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

7. When Michael moves back to New York and brings Kathy, Francesca, Sonny, and the Hagens to live with him, what does Michael vow to never tell Francesca?

8. According to the conversation between Nick and his father, why does Sal suggest that Forlenza hide Nick after the plane crash?

9. How has Connie changed since moving into the Corleone family compound in Lake Tahoe?

10. When she's six months pregnant, Billy takes Francesca to various embassy and hotel parties and is very attentive to her. What does Francesca believe is motivating Billy's attentiveness?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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?

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast the characteristics, roles, loyalties, and agendas of the following people in the story: Michael Corleone, Don Forlenza, Pete Clemenza, and Louie Russo.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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