1. About what does Talia chide Kris?
(a) For cleaning her tack instead of letting her do it.
(b) For thinking of her as a woman rather than a Herald.
(c) For putting his bedroll outside to give her privacy.
(d) For taking so much time to bathe.

2. What is the Queen or King's own?
(a) The second in line to the throne who is in charge of protecting the monarch.
(b) A special talisman who helps the monarch choose Heralds.
(c) The designated heir to the throne.
(d) A Herald chosen by a special Companion that never ages.

3. Why are Talia's concerns about Lord Orthallan vague?
(a) She just met him the day of Selenay's announcement.
(b) She is only reading him empathically and has no concrete facts.
(c) He has the ability to block his mind.
(d) He is also an empath and can send out false emotions.

4. What meanings does Kyril explain to Talia?
(a) The colors and patterns of the Arrow-Code.
(b) The meanings of the different bows to nobles.
(c) The meanings of the hand signals she will use with Rolan.
(d) The colors and patterns of the Pigeon-Code.

5. What news do Keren and Sherrill give Talia?
(a) Talia's father is there to reconcile with her.
(b) She has received the Badge of the Sword award.
(c) Talia's sister has been chosen as a healer in training.
(d) She has been voted into full Herald status.