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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4: Close to the Edge, pp. 192-204.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is one magical quality about a needle made from octiron?
(a) It never misses a stitch.
(b) It mends shirts without a trace.
(c) It magically darns the owner's socks.
(d) It never runs out of thread.

2. As the boat nears the Edge, what creature jumps onto Rincewind's oar?
(a) A frog.
(b) A salamander.
(c) A dog.
(d) A fish.

3. What is Ajandurah's Wand of Utter Negativity?
(a) The most prized magical possession in the land.
(b) A dangerous and devious creation of the Soul Eater.
(c) The silver rod that the hooded figure is carrying.
(d) The reason behind Rincewind's mood.

4. Who is the first man in Morpork to notice Twoflower debarking from the ship in the harbor?
(a) Ymor.
(b) Broadman.
(c) Blind Hugh.
(d) Rincewind.

5. While reminiscing with Hrun in the dungeon cell, what does Twoflower hear?
(a) Scratching noises.
(b) Sword fighting.
(c) Shouting.
(d) Laughter.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are the hydrophobes?

2. Which of the combatants does not use a dragon in the mortal combat that Hrun has challenged?

3. Who confronts Rincewind and Twoflower as they step outside the tavern?

4. As the two men approach on horseback from the twin cities, which one is lagging behind as if he's never ridden a horse before?

5. As Bravd and Weasel leave Rincewind and Twoflower, where are Bravd and Weasel headed?

(see the answer key)

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