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1. Discuss the introduction of the white raven and its symbolism.

The white raven signals the decade long summer is coming to an end. It is first introduced when Shireen and her fool Patchface want to see the white raven. They ask Maester Pylos to see it and he brings it to them.

2. Discuss Arya's escape from King's Landing.

Arya decides to escape from King's Landing when her father, Eddan Stark, is executed. Arya's friend Yoren helps her with her escape. In order to escape, Arya pretends to be an orphan boy, traveling with Yoren's band of men who have been recruited for the Night's Watch. The plan is for Yoren to take Arya to her home at Winterfell.

3. Discuss the meaning of the letter Cersei receives from Lord Tywin.

The letter Cersei receives from Lord Tywin says Tyrion has been named the Hand of the King. The letter makes Cersei angry because she wants her father to return with his army. Cersei threatens Tyrion by saying she will claim her father's letter to be a forgery.

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