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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Book 3: Part 5, what is Charlie's husband's reaction to meeting David?
(a) He becomes suspicious and questions Charlie.
(b) He acts kindly and enjoys the introduction.
(c) He shows no particular reaction.
(d) He immediately invites David to their home.

2. In Book 3: Part 3, while her husband is away on his free night, what does Charlie do to pass the time?
(a) Reads books.
(b) Listens to music on the radio.
(c) Plays ping-pong at the Recreation Center.
(d) Takes long walks.

3. In Book 3: Part 2, why does the government consider restricting media coverage of outbreaks?
(a) To prevent panic and people fleeing affected areas.
(b) To prioritize national security over public safety.
(c) To encourage scientific literacy among the population.
(d) To cover up government incompetence.

4. In Book 3: Part 3, which season does Charlie look forward to the most?
(a) December.
(b) June.
(c) February.
(d) September.

5. In Book 3: Part 5, what type of meal does Charlie prepare for dinner when her husband returns?
(a) A hot stew.
(b) A salad.
(c) Fresh tofu.
(d) Cold tofu stew.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Book 3: Part 7, how does Charlie feel about meeting her future husband for the first time?

2. In Book 3: Part 10, what does Charles secure in return for being executed publicly?

3. In Book 3: Part 5, what did Grandfather arrange for Charlie when she was 21?

4. In Book 3: Part 4, what is the fate of the Park?

5. In Book 3: Part 5, what does Charlie reveal about her marriage to David?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why are protestors gathering in the Square?

2. What does David experience when they saw that there were no protestors one evening?

3. How has the government's actions, or lack thereof, contributed to the flood?

4. How does David compare humans to the lizard and the moon in the story?

5. How does David's relationship with the safe houses evolve after C.'s disappearance and the conversion of their house?

6. Why does Dvid go to great lengths to stay awake at night and enter a liminal state between wakefulness and slumber?

7. How does Charlie feel about leaving her husband behind?

8. Describe the setting in Part 6. What details indicate the time and place in which this story is taking place?

9. What are the strict orders regarding discussing the new disease at the lab?

10. What changes occurr in Washington Square, and how does it affect Charlie's walks?

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