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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. Who does Avis think was behind the interruption of the speech in Chapter 16?
2. What is the new caste group that arose as the Oligarchy developed a new system of government in Chapter 20?
3. Who makes a speech in defense of a bill in Chapter 17?
4. What does Avis' father think of the circumstances surrounding the publication of his book and subsequent events?
5. Despite running through murderous mobs, taking refuge under piles of dead bodies, and coming near to death herself, what does Avis feel she can do in Chapter 24?
Short Essay Questions
1. Describe what happened to the cave in the future and its importance in the story of Avis and Everhard.
2. Describe what happens to Avis and Everhard in the end of the novel.
3. Describe what happened when Everhard was giving a speech in defense of a bill attended by many soldiers in scarlet livery.
4. How was the First Revolt supposed to begin?
5. Describe Avis' remembrance of Jackson and the people affected by his case.
6. Describe the Fighting Groups.
7. What happened to prevent the rebellion of the First Revolt and stop the revolutionaries?
8. What bribe does Cunningham refuse and what effect does it have on his life?
9. What does Avis witness in the city that alarms her?
10. Describe the three oligarchies Avis says were created through the favored unions.
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
The author uses more than one iteration on the motif of socialism. Identify at least two motifs about socialism and workers' rights in the book. Then cite an example to support each answer.
Essay Topic 2
Politics are also referred to in the book. London refers to the politics of the society of Iron Heel compared to that of Americans of his time (1900s.) Discuss the use of politics in the novel. Do you think politics are an important part of the book? Explain. How else could London incorporate politics into the book? Also examine the use of politics in relationships.
Essay Topic 3
One of the main themes in the book is ethical and social responsibility. List at least four examples where the author employs this specific theme. Is the battle between making ethical choices obvious or subtle? What characters are involved in this kind of battle? Do you think the right person or group won? Does good always triumph over evil in the case of Iron Heel ethics? Explain.
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