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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. How long does it take an escape tunnel for Turi to be built?

2. Where is Turi taken when he is injured by the police?

3. If Turi accepts Don Croce's rule, what will Turi be to him?

4. What was viewed as the rival to government in the story?

5. Why is Michael Corleone in Sicily?

Short Essay Questions

1. What do Turi and Aspanu spot in Montelepre that makes them angry?

2. What are Turi's plans for the people of Sicily when he becomes a bandit?

3. Who does Turi and his band rob in "Chapter 10"?

4. Discuss the kidnapping of Prince Ollorto.

5. Discuss the tunnel and its purpose.

6. What does Turi learn about the monastery when he stays there after his run in with the carabinieri that caused his injury?

7. After Turi is hurt by the carabinieri, where does he go for help?

8. What crime is popular in Sicily during Turi's time spent as a bandit?

9. What is the Fiesta and what is Turi's role in it?

10. Who is sent by Don Croce to give Turi a message and what is the message?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the relationship between Turi and Hector Adonis and how the two affected each others lives, whether positively or negatively, throughout the story. Give examples from the text in order to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss Turi's Testament. Give examples from the story in order to explain what the Testament was as well as its importance. Be sure to discuss the role it had on the events that occurred throughout the book.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss Turi's motives to help the poor and oppressed in Sicily. Cite examples from the story in order to explain why Turi had the motivation to help those less fortunate.

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