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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. Which character sings during Poem 6?

2. Who is the main character of the Introduction?

3. What character insists on cleaning the inn in Poem 5?

4. What is the object affixed to the vehicle during Poem 2?

5. Which creature mentioned in Poem 3 speaks in italics?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Poem 7 achieve for the reader?

2. What do the little children do when the Man in the Marmalade Hat arrives in Poem 5?

3. Describe how the cow makes the cloud into a bed in Poem 7.

4. What is the Basilisk mentioned in Poem 6?

5. What is the relationship between Nancy and Miss Pratt?

6. Describe the little boy's appearance in the Frontispiece.

7. Who does the King of Cats compare himself to in Poem 6 and why?

8. Why does Blake enjoy the company of the Man in the Marmalade Hat in Poem 5?

9. Describe the room mentioned in Poem 3.

10. Describe an unusual event that also happens during the night in Poem 4.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Foreshadowing occurs throughout the series of poems, usually indicating the next journey or the arrival of new characters. Give 3 examples and show they describe events or characters that will soon appear.

Essay Topic 2

The relationship between the Rabbit and the Cow becomes apparent in one poem.

Part 1) Compare and contrast how each character responds to the different expressions of "make way, room, and believe."

Part 2) Why is the Rabbit concerned about the Marmalade Man and what role does the Rabbit play in leading the travelers?

Part 3) How does the poetic form aid and abet in the play on words?

Essay Topic 3

How does the poetic form rime couye reveal the fantasy of the unfolding journey, working with the lights and noise of the physical experience of the Sun and Moon's arrival?

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