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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 Henri contemplate about snowflakes?

2. When Villanelle refuses to marry the rich man, what does he do to her?

3. What condition is the cook in when Napoleon first comes to their camp?

4. What did Henri´s mother want to be when she was young?

5. What is the Queen of Spades´ reaction to Villanelle´s revelation as she leaves?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does the Queen of Spades leave for Villanelle at the gaming table? What is the item made out of?

2. What does Henri say the smell of porridge reminds him of? How did he feel during that time?

3. What special talent does Patrick possess? What job is he given by Bonaparte?

4. What does the waiter bring Villanelle while she is waiting for work? Who does she see soon after?

5. What is a vivandiere? Why are they sent to the camps?

6. According to the rumors, what do boatmen have? What are they not able to take off?

7. What is the name of the main character? When do we first hear it?

8. While Henri serves in Court, what does he see Josephine doing? How does this make him feel?

9. How many hands tall is Napoleon's horse? Why could no stable boy last?

10. What does Villanelle call Venice? If one gets lost, what does Villanelle say will not save you?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Patrick is an important character in the novel. His influence on both Henri and Villanelle is key to their interaction. Write on essay on the character of Patrick and his role in the novel, with special emphasis on the impact he has on the other characters.

Essay Topic 2

Henri contemplates snowflakes often in the novel. Write an essay about the symbolic importance of snowflakes in The Passion and why Henri mentions them throughout the novel. Be sure to use at least three examples of Henri talking about snowflakes.

Essay Topic 3

Money is an extremely important element in The Passion. Write an essay on the role of money in the novel and how it affects the relationships between characters. Be sure to include at least 3 examples of the importance of money during interactions between characters.

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