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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. At James's country house, who is the housekeeper related to?

2. What news does Joe get about the ship his brother is on?

3. Which of the following describes Rosa's commitment to Sam?

4. Which of the following characters is raped at the country house?

5. On what floor does Joe plan to jump from, according to the news?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Choose one character to analyze in-depth. Analyze the way this character behaves and how he or she interacts with others.What events have shaped this character into the character they have become by the end of the novel? What quote best sums up the character?

Essay Topic 2

What is the significance of the Golem? What does it mean to Joe? Why does Joe have a connection with it? Why is this important to the story?

Essay Topic 3

How does retribution play a role in the book? Which characters seek revenge? Which characters are victims of retribution?

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