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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what year did the Algerian war referenced in this story take place?

2. Which of the following is not a definition for decision?

3. Which emotion is shared by both Daru and the Arab when Daru awakens the Arab in the morning?

4. What helps the reader to feel the suspense in the story along with the characters?

5. Arab is to murderer as Daru is to:

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay describing how Daru must feel after reading the threat left on his chalkboard. Support why you believe he would feel that way with details.

Essay Topic 2

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 3

Daru is faced with a decision in this story. Discuss this decision and how you would respond given the same set of circumstances. Use information from the story to support why you would make the choices you discuss.

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