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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. From what opera is the song in Christine’s dressing room?

2. Where does Erik’s voice come from?

3. What is the manager’s decision?

4. What does Christine show Raoul in Chapter 11?

5. How old is the Count?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens to Christine after she sings?

2. What is Raoul’s expressed opinion of Christine?

3. What season is it ? How do we know?

4. What is suspicious about the man’s voice in her dressing room?

5. What is one explanation people have given for the Opera Ghost in the past?

6. What is Raoul’s opinion of Erik?

7. Why are the managers to blame for the chandelier, according to the inquest?

8. Why does the stable-master want to sack his staff?

9. Describe Christine’s relationship with her father.

10. What happens to the stage and the décor when the managers go to the box?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Erik finds comfort through his relationship with Christine. How is Erik characterized? How does he transform? Compare/contrast him with the character of Raoul.

Essay Topic 2

Though the novel focuses on singers, other characters, in other roles, also permeate the book. Describe one role in-depth. What are some of the advantages of this role? Disadvantages?

Essay Topic 3

The earlier managers claim they are retiring. Why might this be the case? Do you believe them? What are other reasons they might have left?

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