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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 is John’s last name in the novel?

2. Who is looking at the crossword puzzle and is confused by Ethan’s message in the opening of Chapter 19: "Mortal Problems"?

3. Who is the “creepy bald guy” that Abraham is said to be having secret meetings with frequently in Chapter 23: "Dar-ee Keen"?

4. What is the name of the Cast that Lena makes on Mr. Wate in Chapter 19: "Mortal Problems"?

5. By what nickname does Ridley call Link when she first sees him in Chapter 23: "Dar-ee Keen"?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Amma arrange the Casters and Mortals for the ritual that takes place at the end of Chapter 29: "The Hands of the Dead"?

2. What objective and obstacles does Lena face once she’s obtained The Book of Moons in Chapter 25: "Death's Door"?

3. What dangers are presented with Abraham’s appearance in Chapter 24: "The Hand That Rocks the Cradle"?

4. How does Abraham meet his demise in Chapter 24: "The Hand That Rocks the Cradle"?

5. What is the relationship between Ridley and Link like in the novel?

6. How do Lena and the others learn the location where The Book of Moons may be located in Chapter 20: "A Deal with the Devil"?

7. What creature attempts to take The Book of Moons in Chapter 25: “Death’s Door”? What happens?

8. What does Lena consider about Aunt Del’s abilities in Chapter 29: "The Hands of the Dead"?

9. How does Amma respond when she first encounters Macon Ravenwood in Chapter 29: "The Hands of the Dead"?

10. Who does Lena discover in the hidden room above the bar in New Orleans? Why is this character there?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the character of Ridley Duchannes in the novel. How old is Ridley? How is she related to Lena? What appears to be Ridley’s relationship with her family? What are Ridley’s actions, objectives, and obstacles in the story?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the role of Lila Wate in the novel. In what ways does Ethan’s mother help him in his quest? How does Ethan feel about leaving his mother behind in the Otherworld?

Essay Topic 3

Describe and analyze the character of Ethan Wate in Beautiful Redemption. How old is Ethan? What can you tell about his character based on his narrative style and comments about the Otherworld? How does Ethan change in the course of the story?

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