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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. Who does Edmure agree to marry to mend the alliance?

2. In Chapter 46, which claimant to the Iron Throne does Robb learn has died?

3. What does Melisandre give to Stannis to burn that represents the three false kings?

4. Who is Missandei?

5. Who does Robb hold responsible for the deaths of Willem Lannister and Tion Frey?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the Brotherhood without Banners?

2. What lessons does Daenerys learn at Yunkai?

3. Why does Jon return to Castle Black?

4. What is a direwolf?

5. Why does Daenerys decide to stay in Meereen?

6. Why is Tyrion arrested for Joffrey's murder?

7. Why does Mance Rayder meet with Jon Snow in Chapter 74?

8. Describe Sansa and Tyrion's wedding.

9. Who is the Lady of the Leaves?

10. What decision does Sam make at Castle Black in Chapter 76?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe how the theme of destiny is expressed in the novel. How does destiny differ from desired choice? What literary elements are used to demonstrate or indicate a character's destiny? What factors motivate characters to believe they destined to a certain fate?

Essay Topic 2

How are leadership skills of minor characters developed in the novel? How does Martin build minor characters into major characters capable of leadership? What effect could the transformation of these minor characters have on the bid for the Iron Throne?

Essay Topic 3

How is symbolism used in the novel? What symbolic elements or imagery is present? How are these elements used to develop the plot?

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