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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 does Frank blame for his accident?

2. Which uncle does Frank take the blame for his death?

3. How does Frank say he felt when he found Saul's skull in the backyard?

4. What does Angus say he did when Agnes returned home?

5. What does Frank do before falling asleep in "Sacrifice Poles"?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Frank show about Blythe's death in "The Snake Park"?

2. Why does Frank say he does not "officially" exist?

3. How did Frank finally describe Esmeralda's death to the authorities?

4. What is Frank's accident?

5. After Esmeralda is never seen again, what assumptions does Frank make?

6. What happens to Old Saul after Frank's accident?

7. How does the "bomb circle" get its name?

8. How does Frank wish Esmeralda died?

9. What does Frank say he worried about after killing Esmeralda?

10. How does Frank say he killed Paul?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What role do superstitions and rituals play in this novel? Give examples of different superstitions and their meanings.

Essay Topic 2

Examine Frank's places, including his third floor room and bunker. What is the purpose of these places? How do these places impact Frank?

Essay Topic 3

What is the author's commentary on gender roles? How does the author use Frank to deliver this message? Give examples to help support your statements.

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