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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. Destiny is told that the oldest _______ is about to return.

2. What did Dream find when he sought out Nada?

3. Who is the chief god of the Norse culture?

4. What is the name of the mortal woman with whom Dream has a romance?

5. What word is best used to describe the knowledge of the Creator?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens when Dream returns to Dreaming?

2. What is the issue with Dream returning to Hell? Does the issue cause any hesitation on Dream's part?

3. Who does Dream go to for advice about the key? Does Dream receive good advice?

4. Who is the messenger sent from Dream to Lucifer? Why is the messenger above being harmed by the demons?

5. Why does Odin want to gain the power?

6. Why does Odin go to his son? What does he promise in exchange for help?

7. What are Lucifer's plans once he leaves Hell?

8. What is Lucifer's theory on his existence as the great fallen angel?

9. Who visits Destiny in the garden? What is the purpose of the visit?

10. What is the explanation Dream gives to Matthew about Lucifer?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Politics are also referred to in the book. In several instances, a character must obey by the rules and therefore politics, even in an alternate world. This can be seen in the way Dream deals with the issue of reopening Hell or in Odin's attempts to rein in and punish Loki. Discuss the use of politics in the graphic novel. Do you think politics are an important part of the book? Explain. How else could Gaiman incorporate politics into the book? Also examine the use of politics in relationships.

Essay Topic 2

Gaiman is known for paying homage to various authors and works of literature. Choose at least four references used in the book. Write at least 250 words on each reference. Also add your opinion as to why Gaiman chose that particular author or reference.

Essay Topic 3

Some of the stories in the book are too fantastic to be believed by someone who was not there to experience it firsthand. How might you react if a person approached you with such an outrageous tale that it could only happen in myth? Would you believe the person? Would you think the person was crazy? Would you ask for proof? If so, what kind of proof would you require?

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