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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. What does Michelle say about Helen as Sabbath is telling his story?

2. How does Sabbath proposition Michelle to have an affair with him?

3. Who is Rosa?

4. Which of the following is in the other envelope that Rosa pulls out of Michelle's drawer?

5. Which of the following is the first thing that Sabbath does when he is alone in Deborah's bedroom?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Part 8, why does Sabbath go to the cemetery?

2. How does Sabbath convince Michelle to have an affair with him?

3. What does Rosa give Sabbath hoping that he will not kill her?

4. What does Sabbath do after opening the box of Morty's possessions?

5. Why does Sabbath think that Norman and Linc chose to produce his show?

6. In Part 6, why does Sabbath liken himself to Rip Van Winkle?

7. To whom does Sabbath link himself in the obituary that he composes on the subway?

8. How does Sabbath locate the cemetery where his parents are buried?

9. What happened at Sabbath's trial for public indecency?

10. Why does Norman invite Sabbath to stay with him?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Suicide is a prevalent theme in the course of the novel, and Sabbath considers the possibility of killing himself many times. Why does Sabbath want to, or feel that he should, commit suicide? What problems would Sabbath solve by killing himself? Why does he ultimately decide not to? Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

Essay Topic 2

It is obvious that Sabbath has a deep-seated hatred and lack of respect for women. How are his feelings displayed throughout the novel? Which interactions best reflect his feelings about women in general? Are there any exceptions to the rule, or women whom he respects, despite of their sex? Why or why not? Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

Essay Topic 3

Sabbath's "Indecent Theater" was well-known for its obscene material. Why did Sabbath chose indecency as his ultimate goal? What was he hoping to accomplish with his theater? Why did it make him feel fulfilled? Is there any other profession in which Sabbath would have been happy? If so, which one? Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

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