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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 does Smiley describe Elizabeth Worthington's parents?

2. Whose job did George Smiley take over?

3. Why is Luke unable to write an article about High Haven after he visits it for the first time?

4. When does Jerry first meet Frost?

5. Why is the Moscow money laundering operation case Connie discovers closed?

Short Essay Questions

1. How is Sally Cale connected to Drake Ko?

2. What happens after Jerry's father dies?

3. In Part 1, Chapter 6, why does Jerry visit Craw?

4. In Part 1, Chapter 4, why is it revealed that Craw came to see Smiley?

5. What does Smiley learn about Drake Ko from "Who's Who"?

6. What is Jerry's relationship with Smiley?

7. How does Craw feel about Phoebe's spy work?

8. What does Jerry do after receiving his telegram in Part 1, Chapter 2?

9. Why is Smiley interested in the Russian money laundering case?

10. What does the postmistress do with Jerry's telegram in Part 1, Chapter 2?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In what ways is the continent of Asia a character in this novel? How does Asia develop as a setting? How does Asia shape the plot and the characters?

Essay Topic 2

Examine the theme of honesty vs. deceit as it is presenting in the novel. How do the forces work against each other? What is the commentary this novel provides on the theme?

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast the work Smiley does with the work Jerry does. Consider their methods, success and how they feel about their work.

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