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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 did the men walk before they stopped to rest?

2. What does Daru do when he has trouble sleeping?

3. How far of a walk is it to Tinguit?

4. When Daru looks back at the Arab the first time, what does he see?

5. Which of the following is not something Daru has in the schoolhouse?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Daru no longer a part of a community of men?

2. Why is it appropriate that Daru dressed like a hunter?

3. How can Daru tell that one of the two men approaching the schoolhouse knows the region well?

4. What type of imagery is prevalent throughout the story?

5. How does Daru feel about taking the prisoner to TInguit?

6. Why does Daru feel heavy hearted as he looks back at the Arab on his way back to the schoolhouse?

7. Who is held ultimately responsible for the final result?

8. Why does Daru hope the Arab had fled the schoolhouse?

9. How does Daru know the Arab does not fall asleep immediately?

10. What suggestion does Balducci make to Daru?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss in-depth the moral dilemmas the character of Daru faces throughout the story. Be sure to include specific examples to support your discussion.

Essay Topic 2

Write in diary format how Daru must be feeling throughout the text. Include entries for each major event from the story. Use information from the text to ensure your accounts are accurate.

Essay Topic 3

Describe multiple examples of isolation imagery used throughout the text. Be sure to include specific examples from the story.

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