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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. How did Dr Long hope to elicit answers from Rorschach?

2. What was the boy Rorschach's experience after being placed in care?

3. What was the original group of costumed heroes called?

4. How does Rorschach question likely suspects?

5. Who intervened to save Sally from rape?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the main focus of this section?

2. Is there anything ironic about the interview between Dr Long and Rorschach?

3. Who is Adrian Veidt?

4. Who is Dr Manhattan?

5. What is the main idea of the article presented here?

6. Can any plot significance be attached to this section of the novel?

7. In Jon's story, what is the significance of Janey Slater?

8. Even with Dr Manhattan as a vital asset, the United States is still vulnerable. Why is that?

9. Account for the trouble at the TV studios during Dr Manhattan's interview.

10. How does Chapter 1 conclude?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the world of Watchmen. How different is it from the real American society of today? Compare the ways in which it is different from America today and comment on any features that are similar. Focus on events, moral/ethical values, the international scene. What, if anything, do you think is being conveyed to the reader/responder by the composers of Watchmen Comment on story and art?

Essay Topic 2

Examine the morality of Jon (Dr Manhattan) and Walter (Rorschach). You will need to describe each character's morality, providing evidence from the text. You will then need to evaluate each and comment on the way each character's moral outlook has influenced their behavior as well as the outcome for the world.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the use of symbolism in the novel. Give special attention to the symbols you find most powerful. Write in detail on at least three symbols, for example, Nostalgia perfume, the smiley button.

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