Shadow & Claw | Teaching Setting, Symbolism and Objects

Object Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major objects in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Objects

Claw of the Conciliator - This magic gem was placed in Severian's pocket without his knowledge, and the gem has healing ability.

Coin - Severian receives this item after saving the life of Vodalus in a graveyard. This item makes Vodalus the servant of Severian.

Terminus Est - This is Severian's sword.

Thrax - This is the city where Severian is heading in order to become an executioner.

Triskele - This is a dog that Severian finds and saves. The dog has been tortured and Severian helps him heal.

Ape Men - These...
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