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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the last minute who decides to accompany Raoul on his expedition?

2. How do Porthos and Aramis attempt to escape in Chapter 46?

3. While D'Artagnan is in audience with the King in Chapter 53, what news does a courier bring?

4. Which king is the Beaufort's father?

5. When Raoul and Athos arrive at Beaufort's house in Paris, what is Beaufort doing?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the importance of setting within "The Man in the Iron Mask." Make sure to discuss at least three different settings and how the descriptions of those settings are integral in the development of themes and characters.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the dramatic structure of "The Man in the Iron Mask." Use textual evidence to designate the expository, rising action, the climax, falling action and denouement and discuss whether or not it follows a typical structure.

Essay Topic 3

One theme that is accentuated by Dumas throughout "The Man in the Iron Mask" is that of the importance of appearances. Discuss at least three instances where this theme is displayed and comment on what societal commentary Dumas may be making by using this theme.

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