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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Which of the following is NOT a piece of information Enoch shares with Gonga?
2. What causes Haze to develop a limp?
3. Who is waiting for Haze when he returns home from preaching?
4. Why does Hawks insist that Sabbath Lily continue to try to seduce Haze?
5. Where does Enoch hide to ambush Gonga the gorilla?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
The role that religion plays in the lives of the characters in this novel is integral to its plot and theme. Pick two of the novel's characters and compare and contrast:
1) Their religious beliefs
2) How their beliefs develop
3) How they chose to demonstrate their beliefs.
Be sure to use specific examples from the novel to support your ideas.
Essay Topic 2
Even though he is not the main character in the novel, Enoch Emery plays an important role in its plot. In your essay:
1) Describe Enoch's character traits and how they are developed in the novel
2) Describe the role Enoch plays in the overall plot of the novel
3) Comment on his inclusion in the novel. Is his role important and significant? Why or why not?
Be sure to use specific examples from the novel to support your ideas.
Essay Topic 3
This novel offers a commentary on free will. In your essay:
1) Describe the commentary the author makes
2) Cite specific examples of scenes that the author uses to develop this commentary
3) React to her commentary. Do you agree of disagree with her? Why?
Be sure to use specific examples from the novel to support your ideas.
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