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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 word is used to describe the new state of the soul?

2. Who is the first recurring character to approach Dream?

3. Which goddess speaks first?

4. The boy is wearing what color of pajamas?

5. Who refuses to reveal her relationship with Dream?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who do Robbie and Gwen meet outside the event? What is the man's new moniker?

2. Dream begins to meet with former characters. With whom does Dream meet and what offer does he make? How does the character reply?

3. What news does Gwen give to Robbie about his family history? Who wants to meet Robbie?

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

5. Discuss the conversation between Robbie and Death.

6. What is the discussion between Matthew and Dream regarding Matthew's departure?

7. What occurs when the doors are opened? What is done to Dream's body?

8. What is the basic background of Master Li?

9. What is the opening scene of "Epilogue: Sunday Mourning?"

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

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.

Essay Topic 2

In addition to gods and powerful people, Gaiman also makes many references to animals with special powers as well as the power of speech and reason. Examine how Gaiman uses personification in regards to the animals. Some examples of animals used in the story include the interaction with Matthew, the kitten in Exiles, and the gryphon. Explain how and why Gaiman chose to employ this method. Was the method effective? Explain. What other creatures might have fit into the story the same way?

Essay Topic 3

Examine the origin of the Endless. Some say that the characters have always existed and therefore are immortal and eternal. What is your opinion on the subject? Do you think the family is actually "Endless?" Where do you think they came from? If eternal and immortal, how were they created?

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