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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character stares out the window at a starless sky?

2. Which of the following is the best definition of imagery?

3. Which of the following would be the best definition for foreshadowing?

4. Arab is to murderer as Daru is to:

5. Noun is to fate as adverb is to:

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

Describe how the author uses the literary tool of foreshadowing throughout this short story. Include specific examples from the story to support your description.

Essay Topic 3

What conclusions can be drawn about the morality of the Arab from this story? Support your conclusions with specific examples from the text.

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