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5 content questions worth 5 marks (similar to the quizzes).
5 short answer questions (paragraph - no more than 1 page) worth 3 marks each. These answers should be complete paragraphs with grammatically correct sentences.
1 longer essay questions (2-4 pages), worth 20 marks. This should be a complete essay, with an introduction and thesis statement, conclusion, and two to three body paragraphs, each of which addresses a sub-topic and provides concrete examples from the assigned readings to support your thesis.
For the test I will select questions from the lists below. There won't be a choice of questions, so you might want to sketch out answers to all these questions beforehand to prepare for the test. I'm also happy to answer any questions you might have or to have a quick look at a point form answer you draw up to any of these questions - as long as you send it to me at least 24 hours prior to the test.
"Flowers for Algernon" is told through Charlie's journal-entries. Why did the author choose this form of narrative?
Explain the difference between "soft/social" SF and "hard" SF. Cite examples of each from the assigned readings. Explain what is meant by the term "Sense of Wonder" as it applies to SF, and give examples from at least two of the assigned readings. Why is it critical for an author to establish setting early in an SF story? Give two examples of how this is done using the assigned readings.
Describe the development of SF as a genre by referring to at least four of the assigned readings.