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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. What was Jon's father's trade?

2. What was Sally doing when The Comedian assaulted her?

3. What was the original group of costumed heroes called?

4. Why doesn't Jon recall his life in chronological order?

5. Which nation might use nuclear weapons against America?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why did Hollis take the step of becoming a costumed hero?

2. What is the problem with Jon and time?

3. What is significant about "The Watchmaker"?

4. What prompts Laurie to walk out on Jon and go to Dan's place?

5. What was the purpose of Captain Metropolis' meeting?

6. Why is it that Dr Manhattan is unavailable to help his country in the crisis it is facing?

7. In Jon's story, what is the significance of Janey Slater?

8. How does Laurie react to her mother's story?

9. What was unusual about the case of Night Owl?

10. What is the result of Rorschach's visit to Moloch?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the use of irony in the graphic novel. It will be important in your discussion to comment upon the death of Rorschach. How does irony work to enhance meaning in the novel? Give at least three examples and refer closely to the text.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the use of symbolism in the novel. Give special attention to the symbols you find most powerful. Write in detail on at least three symbols, for example, Nostalgia perfume, the smiley button.

Essay Topic 3

Examine the role of minor characters in the novel. Choose two minor characters and evaluate his or her role in the novel. What is the characters' influence/affect on other characters? On the working out of the story? On the reader--i.e., you?

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