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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. Does Peter believe what Virgo tells him about Agat?

2. Who plays mind games with Billy in Chapter 6?

3. What happens to Peter when he confronts Mr. Taggart about using his technology for military purposes?

4. Why does Agat think that he will be cheated out of his vengeance?

5. What does Ronin compare Aquarius to?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Virgo tell Mr. Taggart that his secrets are safe with her?

2. What is the main motive Virgo has for creating so much chaos throughout the story?

3. Does Mr. Learnid support Mr. Taggart's decision to militarize Aquarius Complex?

4. Describe the scene sequence in which Casey kisses her hero in Chapter 4.

5. In what way does Virgo tease and taunt Casey as she runs to save Ronin?

6. What happens when the power goes out in Chapter 6?

7. Describe what the New York landscape looks like in the final chapter.

8. Describe the way in which Casey is able to sneak back into the Aquarius Complex in Chapter 6.

9. What truth does Peter reveal to Casey about Virgo and the way to stop her?

10. How does Casey act when she wakes up and finds herself naked in the sewers with her men?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Billy is first portrayed as being a simpleton. He follows Virgo's commands without question and does as he is told by others. Write an essay that delves into the mind of Billy. What types of things are important to him and why are they important? How does his connection to Casey play a major role in the story? In what way would the plot be different if Billy were an intelligent and normal human being? Explain your rationale by providing examples from the novel.

Essay Topic 2

Technology is prevalent throughout Ronin because of Aquarius Complex. However, the technology seen in the story is somewhat futuristic. Write an essay that describes the technology found in the story, and how it is used by both the protagonists and antagonists. What type of technology does Aquarius use and how do they use it? How do the protagonists of the story use the technology to their own ends? How do the antagonists use it? Explain your rationale by providing examples from the novel.

Essay Topic 3

Biocircuitry is constructed of a fictitious organic plastic. It is a material that is not fully understood even by its creators. Write an essay that explains what is known about biocircuitry. What does it look like? What special qualities does the material posses? What about biocircuitry makes it a good material to create weapons from? Reference the novel to support your argument.

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