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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. With what kind of article/place does Choronzon get caught?

2. Which character attempts to slip away early in the morning?

3. Who offers Dream a collection of the dreams of dead mortals?

4. Who is selected to be put in charge of Hell?

5. Which character asks to stay an extra day?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who/what are the specters Charles sees around the school?

2. What does Paine say when Charles asks what it is like to die?

3. What happens between Choronzon and the Merkin?

4. The story switches over to Lucifer who has left Hell for good. Where did Lucifer go?

5. Name at least two other offers presented to Dream.

6. What is offered to Dream from Shivering Jemmy?

7. What is Loki's reaction when Thor attempts to return him to his prison?

8. What are the two most tempting offers? Who offers them to Dream?

9. What occurs while the guests are waiting in the great hall for Dream's decision?

10. What does Charles begin to notice as he looks around the campus?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The various tales allow for a substantial use of flashback. In fact some stories consist of little else. Discuss the use of flashback in the storytelling process. Does each character give enough information to make the story relatable? If not, why? How do you think Gaiman creates a story within a story using flashback? Do you like the use of flashbacks? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

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?

Essay Topic 3

Write a detailed character description for each Endless character that appears in the book. Choose your favorite and why you prefer that specific character.

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