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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. Although Jim has placed the year in the early 1900s, Brant believes that it is:

2. In what year was Kennedy inaugurated?

3. What does Brant eat in the beginning of this section?

4. What is the main thing Prez gives to the people while in office?

5. In what year was Prez elected to the presidency?

Short Essay Questions

1. What precipitates the great storm that plagues the ship?

2. What happens shortly after Jim leaves the Sea Witch?

3. Who is found aboard the ship? What is the crew's reaction?

4. Where did Jim go to fulfill this goal?

5. What questions does the man ask Brant? Why does the man want to know?

6. What was the other love of Prez's life outside politics?

7. When do things begin to go wrong for Prez? What happens?

8. The seeker tells a tale about what character? Where was the character born?

9. What was Prez's response? What was Prez's goal?

10. Where does the story begin? What is the main character doing at the time?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Many characters end up in strange worlds or alternate realities, suggesting the existence of a parallel universe. What are your thoughts on a parallel universe? Do you think one can exist? Can there be more than one? If so, are certain intersections or events predestined or does free will rule over all? What do you think might be happening in your parallel universe right now?

Essay Topic 2

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?

Essay Topic 3

Gaiman uses many metaphors in his writing, some of which are quite subtle. Choose at least three strong metaphors and three subtle metaphors for use in discussion. What do you think prompts Gaiman to utilize metaphors? Which are the most obvious to you? Are some metaphors and references too obscure for the general public? Explain.

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