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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. In what city does Cleopatra meet with Herod?

2. Who does Cleopatra consider to be her co-ruler?

3. Mardian tells Cleopatra that she must have a _____________.

4. What is Cleopatra's initial concern for Antony's army?

5. What is notable about Mardian?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Cleopatra respond to Antony's rejection of their getting married?

2. What is Cleopatra's personal agony on the night before Antony departs for battle at Parthia?

3. What is Cleopatra's behavior like when she sets her sights on a man?

4. Why is Cleopatra particularly disappointed in the contents of Caesar's will?

5. How is Antony's power diminished due to his desire to divorce Octavia and be with Cleopatra?

6. What are Cleopatra's expectations of Marc Antony once they have initiated an intimate relationship?

7. What are the events that lead up to the marriage of Antony and Cleopatra?

8. How has the love affair between Antony and Cleopatra proved to be detrimental to each of them?

9. Why does Cleopatra take offense to something Mardian says regarding Cleopatra's need to re-marry?

10. What does Cleopatra name the son she has with Marc Antony?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There are several events of foreshadowing in THE MEMOIRS OF CLEOPATRA. Define foreshadowing. Cite at least two situations in the story that serve as foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 2

The author used more than one iteration on the theme of loss. Identify at least two examples about loss in the book and then explain why the examples support the theme.

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast Julius Caesar and Marc Antony. What are their roles within the story? Why is Cleopatra attracted to both of these men? Explain.

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