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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. What is a leviathan?

2. Gadling intends to enter into which field?

3. What is the second destination for Jim?

4. The leviathan is a gatekeeper to which location?

5. Which character tells interesting stories to the crew?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. When and where was Jim born? When did she leave home?

4. Discuss the character's youth and how his actions affected his future.

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

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

7. Jim thinks that perhaps the stowaway might be which character in disguise?

8. What happened in 1970 that changed Prez' life?

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There are many references to the dead or undead throughout the book. Why do you think that is the case? Do you think it has to do with the nature of the characters, the story, or as a vehicle to introduce and utilize the Endless? Do you think the use of the undead is effective? How do living characters interact with those that have died? How would you feel if you met the undead in a local restaurant or inn?

Essay Topic 2

Morpheus is one of the most enigmatic and famous characters in mythology. Explain the history of Morpheus. When did the character first appear in literature? What culture seemingly created Morpheus? How has the character changed throughout history? Why do you think Gaiman chose Morpheus as a main character? What other mythological entity would you like to see portrayed in a graphic novel series?

Essay Topic 3

Compare "World's End" with one or more of Gaiman's other books in the series. Which is, in your opinion, the best? Explain. Which did you like the least? Explain. What future scenarios might you want to see in upcoming books? Which characters would you like to see portrayed? Why?

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