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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What halts progress on Gibreel's film?

2. What emotion becomes the undoing of Gibreel's and Allie's relationship?

3. What assurance does Jumpy need to go into Pamela's bedroom?

4. What does Chamcha do in his apartment?

5. Who is Jumpy Joshi's star pupil at the martial arts academy?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze Sufyan's opinion that association with other Indians will transform Chamcha from his devilish appearance back into his former self. Does this actually happen in some way? Explain your opinion in detail.

Essay Topic 2

Analyze Rushdie's writing style and express your opinion as to its sound. Do you think he makes it sound the way people actually talk? Give examples from the novel.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay expressing your opinion on Rushdie's purpose in writing THE SATANIC VERSES. Is it a rejection of Islam or all organized religion?

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