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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. According to the article, what is the purpose of the owl's screech?

2. Whose version of events is confirmed through the contents of the scrapbook?

3. With which of The Comedian's beliefs does Veidt now agree?

4. What can we assume about "The Veidt Method"?

5. What place does this section have in the structure of the graphic novel?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is unusual about Sally's response to interviewer questions about her rape by The Comedian?

2. In the context of the novel, what function does this section fulfill?

3. Explain what is happening in the wider world as Laurie and Dan begin their relationship.

4. Describe what is going on in the prison.

5. Comment on the importance of this section to the novel as a whole.

6. Explain the inclusion of extracts from Sally Jupiter's scrapbook at this point in the novel.

7. What concrete facts do we learn from this section of the novel?

8. In what ways do Rorschach and Dan/Night Owl act resourcefully in this chapter?

9. What is important about the Veidt Method?

10. Comment on the structure of this chapter.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write a thoughtful essay in which you discuss the relative power of the major characters in the novel. Who are the most powerful? In what ways do they exercise their power? In what way or ways would you characterize their power? How do they use power in their personal relationships and in the wider world?

Essay Topic 2

Review Rorschach's role in the novel. What does he represent? Is his death inevitable? What does his death represent?

Essay Topic 3

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.

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