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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. How many others join Papillon on another cavale?

2. What is the condition on which Papillon is to be set free?

3. Which man comes to Papillon with a plan for escape?

4. Papillon buries pieces of the raft in the garden and in __________________.

5. How does Papillon know that this escape attempt is a success?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is a "Lisette" and who agrees to accompany Papillon on his next escape attempt?

2. What is Papillon's idea to prevent the sharks from consuming Carbonieri's body?

3. What are Papillon's plans for surviving the eight-year stint of solitary confinement?

4. For what reason is Papillon sentenced to eight years in solitary confinement?

5. Who is the new warden at the Royale prison and what job does he give to Papillon?

6. How does Papillon manage to get transferred back to Diable where his chances of escape are more favorable?

7. What reasons can Papillon give for Sylvain's demise and what selfish thought does Papillon harbor then?

8. What are the terms of Papillon's being set free?

9. Why does Papillon initiate a new escape plan and who does he enlist to help him?

10. What is Papillon's sole concern upon being rescued and where is he taken?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses some important instances of flashbacks in the story. Explain what a flashback is and cite at least two making sure to explain what makes each a flashback.

Essay Topic 2

Describe the major settings for the book. What is the time period of the story? How important is the time period to the attitudes and issues of the characters?

Essay Topic 3

Charriere uses more than one instance of irony in the book. Cite at least two examples you can identify in the book and note why they are examples of irony.

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