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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. Who is the star of the film "Exploration #4"?

2. When Navidson enters the long hallway, what does he hear below his feet?

3. Which of the following statements is NOT uttered to the camera in "Exploration #4"?

4. What part about Will's life does his partner most disapprove of?

5. What number does Thumper give to Johnny?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens when Johnny takes the two thugs down to the ship to help them buy cheap merchandise for resale?

2. What happens to Johnny when he tries to leave his apartment to visit Tatiana?

3. What images are splashed across the screen in the trailer for the film "Exploration #4"?

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

5. What does Johnny write about when he writes about Thumper?

6. When Johnny is reading the contents of Zampano's trunk, what is revealed about Will's childhood?

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

8. Who is Amber, and how does Johnny find her?

9. What happens when the Navidson animals run into the mysterious hallway in the home?

10. What happens to Johnny when he enters the supply closet to find ink for his boss?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Johnny's decent into madness soon begins to affect all areas of his life. First, describe the physical changes to Johnny's home as he begins to go insane. Then, explain how his professional life is affected by his insanity, and compare the effects to the effects on Johnny's personal life and relationships.

Essay Topic 2

There are two stories of twins in this novel, Tom and Will, and Jacob and Esau. First, describe the story of Jacob and Esau as it is described in this novel. Then, explain how the story of Jacob and Esau parallels the story of Tom and Will. Finally, explain how the idea of twinning becomes important in Will's understanding of the hallway.

Essay Topic 3

Toward the end of the novel, Karen really begins to question her relationship with Will and wonders whether they will survive the tragedy they have seen. First, explain what events lead up to Karen's feeling distant from Will. Then, explain if you think Karen is justified in partaking in affairs while Will is away, and why. Finally, explain how Karen and Will finally find their ways back to one another with renewed spirits.

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