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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. After the mobsters leave, what do Calvin and Eddie discuss?

2. What does Roland do when Father Callahan leaves?

3. What is interesting about one of the books Calvin shows Eddie?

4. After he visits with Callahan in Part 2, Chapter 4, where does Roland go?

5. What is Mrs. Eisenhart a member of?

Short Essay Questions

1. At the beginning of Part 3, Chapter 1, what idea does Roland present to Father Callahan?

2. What is the tale of Lady Oriza?

3. What does Jake tell everyone in Part 3, Chapter 4?

4. In Part 3, Chapter 3, what is on Jake's mind?

5. While Father Callahan is gone looking for Calvin Tower, what does Roland discover?

6. Father Callahan has a very potent response to Roland's request regarding Susannah. Why does he have this poignant response?

7. In Part 2, Chapter 3, and Part 2, Chapter 4, readers begin to learn Father Callahan's history. What is that history?

8. What does Susannah learn to do in Part 3, Chapter 1?

9. How does Jake feel about telling what he saw at the embankment?

10. What does Jamie Jaffords tell Eddie after Eddie and Susannah have dinner with Tian Jaffords and his family?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There are many instances in this book that appear to be coincidences on the surface but, when examined deeper, are much more important. For instance, the word "Calla" is part of Father Callahan's name, and Father Callahan is really the individual responsible for bringing the village, the gunslinger, and the ka-tet together. What other such coincidences exist in the text, and how are they relevant to one another? Use the text to support your answers.

Essay Topic 2

What does Roland's discussion with Jake about secrecy reveal about Roland's moral fiber?

Essay Topic 3

Jake feels guilt over what he saw at the embankment and at the Dogan as well as when Benny is killed during the battle with the Wolves. Is there any justification in his guilt? Explain your answer and use the text to support your ideas.

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