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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. What question does Daru ask the Arab before bed?

2. What is still displayed on the chalkboard in the classroom?

3. How long did the men walk before they stopped to rest?

4. What position does Daru hold?

5. How are two men who are coming to visit the schoolhouse traveling?

Short Essay Questions

1. What will happen if the Arab chooses the nomads?

2. What does Daru do when the Arab begins to speak after he has offered him two choices?

3. How does Daru feel as he thinks about Balducci as he remembers him while waiting for the Arab to awaken?

4. What type of story could this be considered?

5. When Daru sits on his bed and looks into the Arab's face what does he see?

6. Where was Daru part of a community of men?

7. What two things is Daru torn between which causes him frustration?

8. How does the reader conclude that Daru is held responsible for the final result?

9. Why does Balducci warn Daru to keep his gun close?

10. How can Daru tell that one of the two men approaching the schoolhouse knows the region well?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe how the author uses the literary tool of foreshadowing throughout this short story. Include specific examples from the story to support your description.

Essay Topic 2

Do you believe it is fair that Daru is held ultimately responsible for the decision made by the Arab? Support your belief.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss what symbolism the author may use in this story. Include specific examples from the story to support your conclusions as related to symbolism.

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