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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 Anita date, at the beginning of "The Lunatic Cafe?"

2. How old is Anita?

3. What does Kaspar recommend Anita should read?

4. Anita learns that Richard is not the pack leader, even though he defeated Marcus in battle, for what reason?

5. At the beginning of "The Lunatic Cafe," why does Anita ignore the temptation to date the character who wishes to win her heart?

Short Essay Questions

1. Where does Anita work, and what sort of work does she do?

2. Why does Elvira wish to hire Anita?

3. During the meeting between Marcus, Anita, and the pack, what statement first sparks an argument?

4. During their meeting at Washington University, what request and/or advice does Louie give to Anita regarding Richard?

5. While Anita is near the theater, talking with Richard and Jean-Claude, why does Dolph page Anita?

6. Why does Kaspar wish to hire Anita?

7. The morning after Anita shot Alfred, what do Anita and Ronnie do?

8. Describe Gretchen, the person who attacks Anita after she leaves The Fox.

9. Describe Louie, who Anita meets at Washington University the morning after viewing Edward's video.

10. After Anita and Richard see "Guys and Dolls," what does Jean-Claude say that causes Anita to become angry with Richard?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Early in the novel, Anita kills Alfred in self-defense. Later Anita kills Aikensen for revenge, if not self-defense. Why does Richard show such disapproval for her actions? Is this related to his unwillingness to kill Marcus and take over leadership of his pack?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the scene in which Louie rescues Anita from Gretchen, then Anita rescues Louie from Gretchen, and, most importantly, Anita nurtures and protects the unconscious and vulnerable wererat as he changes back into his human form. How does this scene serve to cement a fragile yet important connection between humans and preternatural creatures in the novel's world?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the mechanics of dominance in a wolf pack. Why does Richard challenge Marcus for the position of pack leader, then defeat Marcus, and ultimately refuse to kill Marcus and assume his rightful position?

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