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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. In Nunc Dimitis, what does Lionel leave at a dinner party to humiliate Janet?

2. In An African Story, what makes the farmer mad at his servant?

3. In Katina, the girl is from ______________.

4. What is the first act done by the owners of Vengeance is Mine, Inc.?

5. Who is Mr. Boitbol's favorite composer?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Skin, what makes Drioli's back so valuable?

2. In Vengeance is Mine Inc., what did the owners of the business do?

3. In They Shall Not Grow Old, what does Fin see before he dies?

4. In Taste, how does Richard Pratt cheat in the bet?

5. In Beware of the Dog, what does the pilot vow to do when he is captured?

6. What does the pilot in A Piece of Cake realize when he lands after the plane is shot down?

7. What does the doctor in Poison do to help Pope?

8. In An African Story, why does the old farmer become angry with his servant?

9. What does Mr. Boitbol like to pretend to do?

10. Why does Katina not do what is asked of her by the medics?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Death is an integral part of a number of these stories. What are some of the most significant instances of death, and how does it change the course of the plot in those stories?

Essay Topic 2

Many of these stories centered around war. What were some of the different perspectives given, and how did the theme of war affect the tone of the stories?

Essay Topic 3

Symbolism is a very prevalent literary device used by Roald Dahl. What are some of these symbols, and how does their presence affect the course of the plots they are involved in?

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