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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. The character went wandering through the city looking for what?

2. To whom does this person go to for help?

3. What type of worker is Robert?

4. Cluracan is originally sent to upset which of the following?

5. What kind of storm hits and causes everything to halt?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain how Robert came to be on the mystical train and where he ended up as a final destination.

2. Describe the tale told by Gaheris regarding the main character. What was unusual about the character?

3. How does Mairon react to Cluracan's prophecy?

4. What is the dream had by Cluracan? Who intervenes on Cluracan's behalf?

5. What does Tucker do when he discovers that Charlene is injured? Where do they go?

6. Explain the accident in which Tucker sustained minor injuries and Mooney suffered major injuries.

7. How long does Robert stay in the city? What does he learn about its existence?

8. Who visits in Cluracan in secret?

9. What do the stranded travelers do while the storm rages outside?

10. Where is Cluracan from and why is he sent away?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In World's End, the group of travelers has gathered to tell stories while the reality storm passes. Give an overview of the group, where each came from, and why s/he ended up at World's End. Also include non-travelers, such as the inn's proprietor. Do you think it was fate that brought the group together? How do you think the experience changed the characters? Were the changes for good or bad? How did the group part ways. Was the experience real? Do you think the characters will meet up again in a future book?

Essay Topic 2

Politics are also referred to in the book. In Cluracan's Tale, Gaiman refers to the politics of Aurelian and Cluracan's duty to interfere in a summit. In "The Golden Boy" the author devotes an entire story to a chosen one's rise in politics. 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 3

As with many fictional fantasy stories there are little if any difference between myths, fables, fairy tales, and religious parables. Compare and contrast these types of stories. In Gaiman's case, there are many references to myth. Research and find an ancient myth of your choice. Convert the myth into a modern day fairy tale. What are the biggest changes that will need to be made? Which are the easiest? Which are the most difficult? How did the story change?

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