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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. After the escape attempt in Book 4, Chapter 46, how are the hostages detained?

2. Just before the attack by the police begins, what does Flynn order to be done?

3. Where does Martin have a flight booked to?

4. In Book 6, how does Burke feel towards Schroeder?

5. In Book 4, Chapter 56, what does Burke tell Flynn about Schroeder?

Short Essay Questions

1. How would you describe the relationship between Schroeder and Burke? Why?

2. Describe the preparations the Fenians do with the lights just before the attack by the police.

3. Why hasn't Flynn responded to the government's offer?

4. What is Maureen's response to Brian when he asks her to come with him after the hostage situation is over?

5. Describe the pressure the Mayor uses to get everyone to go forward with the attack.

6. At the end of Book 4, Chapter 40, what new information does Jack Ferguson give Burke?

7. Why do Hickey and Megan go into the crawlspace after Maureen when she tries to escape?

8. Why does Schroeder start screaming "No!" when he hears that the attack plans have been changed?

9. Why is Bellini told to advance the attack to 5:15 a.m.?

10. What does Hickey want to see happen to Maureen?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In an essay, analyze what affect point of view has on the novel. Using examples from the text, from what point of view is Cathedral told? How would the novel change if it were told from the point of view of each of the following characters:

• Brian Flynn

• Maureen Malone

• Patrick Burke

Essay Topic 2

In the novel Cathedral, Burke and Schroeder each act as negotiator at different times and in different ways. In an essay, compare and contrast each of their negotiating styles. Ultimately, who is more successful? Use examples from the text to support your thesis.

Essay Topic 3

Throughout the reading of the novel, we have analyzed the development of the plot. In an essay, summarize the key events of the novel and what elements of plot they are. Include exposition, conflict, rising action, climax, and resolution.

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