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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 position has Waite finally accepted?

2. How does Sean escape the Zulu column pursuing him?

3. New Years Day is a double celebration in Ladyburg for what reason?

4. Who does Sean meet during a bar fight?

5. How does Garrick's accident occur?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Garrick black out at Baboon Stroom in Chapter 31?

2. Did Duff and Sean handle the mudslide right? How could they have handled it differently?

3. Why do Sean and Duff need to keep the mine running in Chapter 11?

4. How do Sean and Duff find out claim jumpers are coming and why in Chapter 8?

5. How does the way that Anna and Garrick marry in Chapter 22 symbolize their relationship?

6. How does Anna's reaction to each brother effect Garrick in Chapter 9?

7. Why does the Digger's Committee take on more social responsibility in Chapter 13?

8. How would you describe the blossoming friendship between Sean and Duff in Chapters 1 - 4?

9. Why does Ada really leave Theunis Kraal in Chapter 25?

10. Does Anna fully understood the magnitude of the lie she told Garrick?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

It seems that tragedy follows Sean throughout the book. He is a character that has been able to climb to the highest highs, then fall to the lowest lows. Why does the author take the reader on this roller coaster ride? What is the purpose in creating emotional ties to characters? What other characters experience a variety of high points and low points? Be specific by naming the character and describing the various situations they find themselves in.

Essay Topic 2

The argument between Duff and Sean is an argument that is still being had today. While hunting for ivory is now illegal, what are your views on the actions of the two men? Compare and contrast each side of the argument and give your own opinion on the subject.

Essay Topic 3

Sean and Duff start to become consumed by business and money. This is evidenced by many things, from the way they treat each other to the way Hradsky is able to out maneuver them. Identify and discuss five signs that they are getting carried away by business and money.

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