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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 takes over the Werewolves investigation from Armstrong?

2. Who won the big race?

3. If he cannot obtain credit through his normal channels, whom is Ian considering asking for money?

4. When does Ian tell Tiptop that Kwok will be released?

5. Who stops Ian from drinking the drugged drink?

Short Essay Questions

1. Where does Grant suggest that Ian invest and why?

2. What happened at the end of the big race?

3. What happens during the meeting between Plumm and Suslev at the Sinclair Towers?

4. What does Ian threaten to do if Kwok is not released?

5. What deal to Sinders and Ian make?

6. What does Armstrong have to remind himself when he is interrogating Kwok?

7. What is the plan for kidnapping Ian?

8. What does Gornt tell Bartlett about Orlanda?

9. What is Casey's mood when she finds out that Bartlett is going out without her?

10. What orders does Moscow Center give to Crosse?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the overall tone and mood of "Noble House" using examples from the book to support your answer. Include in your answer the definition of tone and mood. If you think that the tone and/or mood changed significantly throughout the book, discuss the changes, using specific examples from the book.

Essay Topic 2

"Noble House" has a number of subplots. Discuss what subplots are. Then choose one subplot and describe it and its purpose in the novel. Include its relationship to the main plot involving the two rival tai-pans.

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast Ian Dunross and Quillan Gornt. Be specific. Among other things include emotional traits, relationships with people, business relationships, familial ties, etc.

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