The Left Hand of Darkness | Short Question Answer Key

Short Answer Key

Chapter 1, A Parade in Erhenrang

1. The planet on which Genly Ai is stationed is called 'Gethen' by its inhabitants. What do humans know this planet as?

Winter.

2. This city is the capital of the nation of Karhide:

Erhenrang.

3. What is the name of Karhide's king?

King Argaven XV.

4. What is the purpose of the parade upon which Chapter 1 opens?

It celebrates the completion of the Arch of River Gate.

5. In Chapter 1, who is Pemmer Harge rem ir Tibe ('Tibe' for short) described as?

The king's cousin.

6. What is the mortar the king applies to the Arch's keystone made of?

Ground animal bones mixed with animal blood.

7. Who is the Prime Minister in Chapter 1?

Therem Harth rem ir Estraven (Estraven for short).

8. What is Genly Ai's mission?

Genly's mission is to negotiate an alliance between Gethen and...
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