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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. Which goddess is pictured in this section?

2. Who remains by Dream's side while he waits to see the family?

3. Gods will "mock your passage down the _____ river."

4. Which member of the family speaks first?

5. Fill in in this line: Between the _____ of Night and Morning

Short Essay Questions

1. Who arrives at the meeting singing a song? What is the song?

2. Who does Li see in the desert? What is the conversation had between the two?

3. What does Guenevere tell Robbie about his impressions of the slavers?

4. What happens to the kitten? What does Li do?

5. What is the basic background of Master Li?

6. How are the Endless informed of Dream's death? In which order are they informed?

7. Who demands to see Dream? What is Dream's new role? What are the visitor's demands?

8. What is the story of Master Li's son?

9. What is the opening passage of "Exiles"?

10. Dream and Matthew talk about Dream's death. What is the issue between Matthew and Dream? What is Matthew's request?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In several instances a character will enter into an alternate reality. Why does this happen? How does it happen? Do you think that the person escapes reality on purpose or is it an unconscious act? Discuss fantasy versus reality, why it is important, and how the difference is taught through characterization. Also discuss possible psychological implications and possible confusion of facts.

Essay Topic 2

Compare "The Wake" 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 (more often)? Why?

Essay Topic 3

Politics are also referred to in the book. In several instances, a character must obey by the rules and therefore politics, even in an alternate world. This can be seen in the way Master Li is treated by the Emperor. Politics are also reflected in Robbie's stories of the Renaissance. 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.

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