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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. What action does Maria take in Chapter 11 to tell Leonard he is forgiven?

2. Why does Glass think he has done Leonard a big favor in Chapter 12?

3. What was Glass's best course he took in college?

4. What is the name of the man in charge of the CIA in Berlin?

5. Where does Mr. Blake work?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is unique about the way Glass drives?

2. What fantasy does Leonard begin to have in regards to Maria in Chapter 8?

3. Why is there a pressurized room built around the cables in the tunnel?

4. Describe the appearance of John MacNamee.

5. Describe Maria's appearance.

6. What memory does Leonard's aggressive behavior in Chapter 8 conjure for Maria?

7. What type of relationship does Leonard have with his co-workers in Chapter 7?

8. How does Maria first convince Leonard to stay in her apartment in Chapter 6?

9. Why is everyone silent in the tunnel?

10. Describe the Hotel Neva.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How is the theme of secrecy displayed in The Innocent? Use at least three textual examples to show what commentary McEwan is making about this theme.

Essay Topic 2

How does the protagonist, Leonard Marnham, presented as a relative protagonist, or a character who does not set action in motion, but who instead reacts to situations and circumstances?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the point of view utilized by McEwan in The Innocent. As this was a deliberate choice, discuss why McEwan may have selected the view he did and how the view employed was effective in the development of important themes. Make sure to cite specific textual examples to support your assertions.

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