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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. In the beginning of 13-15, what does Arcadia try to manipulate Callia to do?

2. How does Callia leave her private chambers, departing from Arcadia?

3. What is Stettin's response to Callia when she asks for admittance to the Mule's palace?

4. Who is Stettin's mistress?

5. What question does Homir ask Arcadia when he recognizes her in 10-12?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Dr. Darell thinking about at the beginning of 16-18? Why does he decide to stay in his current course of action?

2. Why is Anthor upset that Arcadia has disappeared?

3. How does Callia convince Stettin to allow herself, Arcadia and Homir into the Mule's palace?

4. How does Poli know that Arcadia has disappeared in 10-12? What is Dr. Darell's reaction?

5. Why is Arcadia so excited to meet Lady Callia?

6. In 16-18, what does Dr. Darell want from Seimic? What is Seimic's response?

7. What is Callia's explanation for why no one is allowed to enter into the Mule's palace? Has Stettin entered the palace according to Callia?

8. Why does Dr. Darell think that his daughter is dead?

9. How has Kalgan changed since the Mule's death?

10. How does Arcadia escape from being discovered after she is announced as a wanted fugitive?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The literary tool of satire is employed by the author throughout the novel, using vile dictators and smug warlords for starters. Respond to the following with supporting evidence from the novel:

1) In what ways does Asimov satire governments in "Second Foundation"?

2) How does the author lampoon dictators who lust for power through the rule and downfall of the Mule?

3) What aspect of the novel's satire illustrates the author's view on his political climate?

Essay Topic 2

Arcadia Darell plays a pivotal role in the events of the novel, yet she is only a 14 year old girl. Please respond to the following with support from "Second Foundation."

1) What attributes does Asimov give Arcadia that represent adolescence in a positive way?

2) What attributes does Asimov give Arcadia that represent adolescence in a negative way?

3) What is Asimov saying about the ability of teenagers to influence society and their community as illustrated in the novel?

Essay Topic 3

There are three female characters presented in "Second Foundation:" Arcadia, Callia and Momma. All of the characters have great influence in the plot of the novel. Please respond to the following with supporting evidence:

1) What way does Asimov portray the character of Arcadia?

2) What way does Asimov portray the character of Callia?

3) What way does Asimov portray the character of Momma?

4) Does the author imply that females have important roles in society alongside that of men?

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