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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 are the explorers hoping will come from their discoveries in Will's home?

2. In "Exploration #4," which of the following characters is seen crying?

3. When Johnny visits the bar with his boss, what does he hope to show him?

4. In his reports, how long does Holloway claim the staircase in the hallway is?

5. What does Johnny think is following him while he is at work?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who was Echo, and what punishment was she given by Hera?

2. How does Johnny react to his readings about Echo found in Zampano's trunk?

3. How does Thumper react to the writings Johnny creates about her?

4. How did Lude and Johnny come into contact with "The Navidson Report"?

5. What do the men discover about the hallway during their first exploration?

6. What happens to the little dog Johnny finds while walking to his car from the bar?

7. How does Will react when the explorers have not emerged from the hallway after eight days?

8. What troublesome story does Johnny remember about his days working for the canning factory?

9. How does Will find Wax and Jed, and what happens when he locates the men?

10. What happens when Navidson encounters the door at the end of the long hallway in the House of Leaves?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

All throughout her life, Karen has struggled with debilitating claustrophobia. First, explain the events of Karen's childhood that left her with such a crippling fear. Then, explain at least two of the coping methods Karen has adopted to help her live with her claustrophobia. Finally, explain how the appearance of the mysterious hallway in her home brings about a relapse in Karen's claustrophobia.

Essay Topic 2

Will Navidson is a man with a very disturbed childhood. First, explain the circumstances in which Will lived out his childhood. Then, explain what happened to the members of Will's immediate family, including his parents and siblings. Finally, explain how Will's traumatic childhood has affected the way he treats his own two children.

Essay Topic 3

Johnny is haunted by terrifying nightmares. Choose one of Johnny's recurring nightmares, and describe it in detail. Then, explain how Johnny's nightmares compare/contrast to his hallucinations during the day. Finally, explain how Johnny reacts to his nightmares and if you think he overreacts.

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