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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. Where on the map does Aronnax show Conseil they are then located?

2. What tragedy occurs before they defeat the giant squid?

3. Where does Aronnax wake up?

4. How does Aronnax know they are near caverns that would be perfect for poulps or giant squids?

5. What does Aronnax have trouble with as he tries to write about the battle with the squid?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe what Nemo does to the cachalots that are attacking defenseless whales.

2. What is Nemo's behavior after he watches the destruction of the gunship?

3. Relate the dire prediction Nemo makes as a worst case scenario when they are stuck under the ice.

4. Mention Aronnax's problem just before the Nautilus clears the surface.

5. Where does Aronnax finally come to?

6. What is it that Aronnax sees by the red glow of an underwater volcano?

7. Describe Aronnax's concern about making it to the Pole on time.

8. How does Nemo react when Aronnax comments that the treasure they find is not used for a noble purpose?

9. Where does Aronnax learn they are when he cannot recognize the landscape?

10. How does Conseil get wounded?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay on metaphor and simile in TWENTY THOUSAND LEAGUES UNDER THE SEA. To do this, you will need to find examples in the novel to evaluate as to their appropriateness and how they add to understanding the meaning behind the words. Include an assessment of how these literary devices add color to the reading.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay on the importance of imagination for writing science fiction. Base your essay on the fact that Jules Verne was writing in the 19th century about scientific ideas that have been achieved remarkably similar to his imaginative novels of his day.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay on the necessity to suspend belief while reading science fiction. While submarines were possible in the 1800's, nothing like Nemo's Nautilus was even dreamed of. The amount of supplies in the Nautilus, the unspecified number of crewmen, and the advanced technological instruments should be included in your essay.

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