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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 "Sacrifice Poles," what does Frank think about his appearance?

2. What does Frank say fell to the earth after Paul died?

3. What does Frank say he did when Esmeralda's asked him about her disappearance?

4. What does Frank use to trap wasps in wax?

5. What did Angus discover Old Saul did to Frank?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Frank say he killed Paul?

2. How does Frank try to contact Eric?

3. What was Frank's plot to kill Esmeralda?

4. How does Frank feel about his father's legs and their injury?

5. How does Frank wish Esmeralda died?

6. What happens when Frank fights with the rabbit in "The Snake Park"?

7. After Esmeralda is never seen again, what assumptions does Frank make?

8. What reason does Frank give for killing Paul?

9. How does Frank describe his decision to kill Esmeralda?

10. What is suspicious about Angus' study?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Choose either Frank, Eric or Angus and analyze what motivates them as a character.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast Eric and Frank.

Essay Topic 3

What role do superstitions and rituals play in this novel? Give examples of different superstitions and their meanings.

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