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

Short Answer Questions

1. In what writing does Camus think the "real greatness of Proust lies"?

2. The desire for what is another form of the desire to endure, according to Part 4?

3. In Part 3, men of action only believe in action when they are without what?

4. In Part 5, murder is what or it is nothing?

5. What does the Reformation choose, according to Part 4?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Camus spends a great deal of time discussing metaphysical rebellion. Write a response exploring this type of rebellion. What does Camus mean by metaphysical rebellion? What is metaphysical rebellion? How does metaphysical rebellion turn into revolution? Use specific references to the text in the response.

Essay Topic 2

Part Four of The Rebel addresses art and revolution. Write a response exploring this idea. What is artistic creation? How is art connected to rebellion? What does art accomplish? How does Camus view art's importance? Use specific references to the text in the response.

Essay Topic 3

Rebellion and revolution are the two common ideas in Camus' The Rebel. Compare and contrast rebellion and revolution. How are rebellion and revolution different? How are they the same? Use specific references to the text in the response.

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