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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 does Winston say he and Harry have in common?

2. What is King Creon’s robe made out of?

3. What have John and Winston done to their cell at the start of Scene Four?

4. Where does Winston tell John he will be transferred before his three months are up at Robben Island?

5. What does Winston say the prison has turned Harry into?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the conversation King Creon has with Antigone when she is brought out to him?

2. How does John introduce the play at the start of Scene Four?

3. What is King Creon’s speech regarding his role as king to his people at the start of the play?

4. Describe Winston’s actions at the end of the play, Antigone.

5. How does Winston describe John’s final morning at Rooihel?

6. Who does King Creon tell the people are among them, one of which he has caught?

7. What is happening at the very end of Scene Three between John and Winston?

8. What does Winston say will happen when they transfer John to Victor Verster Prison?

9. Who is among the audience for the Antigone play?

10. How does Winston describe John’s first day back at home after being released?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze John’s relationship with Winston. Use examples from the text to show how their relationship develops over time and how it represents the themes of the play.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay exploring the theme of friendship in The Island. Use direct examples from the text that reflect this theme.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay describing the author’s narrative tone and writing style. Use examples from the text as evidence for your argument.

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