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The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo
Stieg Larsson
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What is Blomkvist's most important quality as a reporter, a quality he seeks to restore throughout the novel?
His writing flair
His passion
His unparalleled work ethic
His credibility
2
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Overall, how does Blomkvist's time with Salander change him?
His ethical commitment grows
His ethics loosen
He becomes emotionally open
He changes his career
3
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Why does Salander not see herself as a victim?
She is never brutalized
She isn't vengeful
She views oppression as endemic to society
She enjoys being bullied
4
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What singular goal do all of Salander's actions seem geared towards securing?
Blomkvist's love
Her own independence
Vanger's approval
Harriet's revenge
5
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What kind of people does Martin Vanger typically choose as his victims?
Powerless and unknown women
Competitive and successful men
Wealthy and widowed women
Homeless and nameless men
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