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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. Who writes the closing poem?

2. Which of the Endless is the first to be contacted?

3. Mervyn has a confrontation with which character?

4. A scene from which book is discussed?

5. The creature must venture into _____ to retrieve the item.

Short Essay Questions

1. Discuss the scene between the girl and the boy. What is wrong with the girl?

2. Who is Eblis O'Shaughnessy? Why is his presence necessary?

3. What is the opening passage of this chapter?

4. Detail the conversation between Robbie and Lambkin.

5. Who is inside the tent? What is the conversation that follows Li's arrival?

6. How will Eblis find his way in the catacombs? What happens in the underworld?

7. Who gives the first eulogy regarding Dream? What does she say?

8. What creature does Master Li adopt? Why?

9. Lucien is approached by a man regarding Dream's death. What is Lucien's reaction? What does Lucien say?

10. Name some of the people and entities who arrive at the Dreaming. Which is described?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Create your own brand of fan fiction involving the Endless. What scenario would you develop to show the characters' strengths and weaknesses? Who would the other characters be? Would your graphic novel be one story or a series of vignettes? Explain.

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

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?

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