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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. Who is Duff going to get a stamp mill from?

2. What is Garrick told upon regaining consciousness?

3. Who comes to bring Garrick home?

4. What does Garrick believe happened between Sean and Anna?

5. Several emotions are felt as a result of Garrick's accident. Who is angry with Sean?

Short Essay Questions

1. How could Garrick have approached the conflict differently with his brother in Chapter 30?

2. Is the way the orderly officer reacts to the regiment in Chapter 18 appropriate? Why or why not?

3. What happened as a result of Sean leaving Theunis Kraal without talking to his brother in Chapter 30?

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

5. What are Sean and Duff able to do with all the money from the leader of gold they found?

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

7. Sean trusts Duff with the rest of his money in Chapter 6 after knowing him for a short period of time. Was that a wise move?

8. Why do Sean, Duff, and other stake holders form the Digger's Committee in Chapter 9?

9. What are the potential implications of Sean's ideas on saving and making money during difficult times in Chapter 15?

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

Describe the relationship Anna has with both Sean and Garrick, and how she impacts their relationship as brothers. Even though Anna eventually drives a wedge between the two brothers, her actions actually set Sean on the path that defines the rest of his life, his success, and his ultimate tragedy. What role does Anna play in putting Sean on that path, and what role does she play in Sean staying on that path, even after she is out of his life?

Essay Topic 2

Even though Mbejane and Sean are very close friends, they also have a servant and master relationship. Explain the dichotomy of the two different relationships. Why can't they just be friends? Does Sean's friendship with Mbejane impact how he treats other servants and employees?

Essay Topic 3

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.

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