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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 interviewed Beth for the job working at Bletchley Park?

2. When is Chapter 12 set?

3. Who was Francis Gray serving during his visit to BP in Chapter 27?

4. Where did Francis Gray say he lived when not in London in Chapter 19?

5. To whom did Osla's coworker say the brainy girls go at BP?

Short Essay Questions

1. What threat introduces new conflict for Beth at Clockwell in Chapter 22?

2. What is the Spy Enigma and what sets it apart from the others?

3. How did Beth begin working at Bletchley Park?

4. How does Osla become injured during an air raid in Chapter 15? What happens afterward?

5. How would you describe the language style in The Rose Code?

6. How does Beth describe the inhabitants at Clockwell?

7. How is the novel structured?

8. What highly-anticipated wedding is the backdrop of much of the novel? Why?

9. How is Beth treated at Clockwell?

10. Who is Harry Zarb and how is he described?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the themes of the novel as they apply to society and international politics today. Why is this novel relevant in today's society? How does the story reflect upon our cultural ideals and practices? What statement(s) do you think the author is making about our contemporary world through this book?

Essay Topic 2

Describe and analyze three examples of symbolism in The Rose Code. What does each object, character, or setting represent? Why is it important to the story? How does it relate to the novel's themes?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the themes of blame, resentment, and betrayal in The Rose Code. How do these themes apply to each of the main protagonists? What is revealed about their resentments as the story unfolds? What statement(s) do you think the author is making in relation to these themes?

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