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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. When Jerry meets Drake Ko for the first time, what does he ask him about?

2. After meeting with Phoebe in Part 1, Chapter 9, what does The Rocker tell Craw about Liese Worth?

3. According to the telegram Jerry gets in Part 2, Chapter 2, who is dying?

4. Who is Phoebe Wayfarer a spy for?

5. What does Luke learn about the Russian in the Circus from a magazine article?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Part 1, Chapter 4, why will it be difficult for Smiley to run an investigation in Hong Kong?

2. What is Jerry's relationship with Smiley?

3. How does Jerry feel about getting the bank files in Hong Kong?

4. What happens after Jerry's father dies?

5. How is Sally Cale connected to Drake Ko?

6. What does the postmistress do with Jerry's telegram in Part 1, Chapter 2?

7. What does Smiley learn about the staff of Indocharter after he first investigates the company?

8. Why is Smiley interested in the Russian money laundering case?

9. What does Jerry learn about Drake Ko from visiting the race track?

10. What does Smiley learn about Drake Ko from "Who's Who"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast three of the interviews that took place in this novel. Consider the technique, success and outcome of each interview.

Essay Topic 2

Choose three characters that could be considered heroes in this novel. Explain how this is true and how their heroism impacts the rest of the novel.

Essay Topic 3

Consider the symbolism of transportation in this novel. What do planes, boats and other forms of transportation symbolize? How do these meaning affect the themes and events in "The Honourable Schoolboy"?

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