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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 does Getafix use in his search in the tree when Asterix comes to him?

2. What happens when Asterix and Obelix fight the Roman soldiers?

3. Who grows discouraged when Getaflx mocks him?

4. Where does Asterix like to hunt?

5. Who is Getafix taken to when he is captured?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Asterix plan to rescue Getaflix?

2. What is unusual about the Gauls to Crismus Bonus?

3. How do the Romans decide who will be Crismus' spy?

4. How do the Gauls celebrate?

5. What is Asterix's solution to help the ox seller?

6. What is the Roman plan for Caligula?

7. Describe Getaflix.

8. How does Asterix react to Caligula's disclosure?

9. Why does Crismus Bonus fail to retrieve the potion recipe from Getaflix?

10. Describe Obelix.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Politics are also referred to in the book. Goscinny refers to the politics of Roman colonists and Gaul citizens. Discuss the use of politics in the graphic novel. Do you think politics are an important part of the book? Explain. How else could Goscinny incorporate politics into the book? Also examine the use of politics in relationships.

Essay Topic 2

Goscinny is known for paying homage to various authors and works of literature. Choose at least four references used in the book. Write at least 250 words on each reference. Also add your opinion as to why Goscinny chose that particular author or reference.

Essay Topic 3

What are some instances of magic and the supernatural displayed throughout the novel? What is the significance of potions? Describe.

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