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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. Vijaya compares himself to what animal?

2. Who is meeting Will and Vijaya upon their arrival at the school?

3. What kind of marmalade does Will use?

4. How did Will feel before he had met Molly?

5. What is the last word the Mynahs spoke?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Murugan's interest in consumer goods benefit Colonel Dipa?

2. How are animals treated on Pala versus the rest of the world?

3. What is a Rakshasi, and what is the Rakshasi Hornpipe?

4. Describe how Dr. Robert deals with Lakshmi's death.

5. In Pala, what is "grace" and how does this version of "grace" differ from ours?

6. Explain why Mrs. Narayan is a justified optimist.

7. What is the idea behind repetition in a religious nature?

8. What does Will notice about the women on the island?

9. How does AI contribute to a better destiny for the people of Pala?

10. What is the most dangerous element to recognize in children and why is it the most dangerous?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare Palanese medicine to ours. Which do you think is more effective? What about the rant that Ms. Radha goes into about health care outside of Pala? Can you see any truth to that argument? Think of one situation in which we treat but do not cure the disease. Quote supporting text from the book or from other sources.

Essay Topic 2

Compare the average viewpoint of the rest of the world over those who live in Pala. How do they differ medicinally, in world outlook, in the way children are brought up, etc? In what ways are the viewpoints most dramatic?

Essay Topic 3

Compare the social benefits and possible downfalls of a MAC family over a dysfunctional family of our world. What are the similarities and differences? What are the pro's and con's?

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