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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. Where does Scene Three of The Island open?

2. What happened to the two brothers in battle?

3. Where does Winston say John will most likely work after he is transferred to a new prison?

4. What does Antigone say when King Creon asks if she knew what she did was illegal?

5. What does Antigone ask when King Creon asks if she has any final words?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the set for Antigone at the start of Scene Four.

2. What does King Creon say the purpose of the law is in regards to the state?

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

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

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

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

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

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

9. What happens at the start of Scene Three when John cannot sleep?

10. What does Winston say they will let John do when they drive him to Rooihel?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay analyzing The Island’s commentary on the political climate of South Africa at the time.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay exploring the conflict between the prisoners and Hodoshe? Use direct examples from the text to support your viewpoint.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay analyzing the ending of The Island. How do you think this ending reflects the themes of freedom, friendship, or survival?

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