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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. How many men does it take to capture Conan?

2. The revelations included the building of a new, ____ empire.

3. The common man suffers from which of the following?

4. Who should be captain of Khauran?

5. Who believes Tamaris has gone crazy?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Valerius? What is his opinion of what has happened to Tamaris?

2. What is Valerius' position at this time?

3. What happens with the armies arrive?

4. What happens regarding the spell cast by Xaltotun?

5. What is Salome's opinion of Constantius' plan?

6. What is the general product of Khauran? How has the kingdom changed regarding the lifestyle of the people?

7. Discuss the announcement made by the deaf beggar.

8. Explain the scene in which Salome visits Tamaris in her cell.

9. What inhuman act does Salome institute?

10. Who are the Stygians?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The story of Valerius is somewhat complicated and long. It is Valerius that saves Tamaris and convinces the people that Salome is evil. Later, Valerius becomes a greedy and somewhat insane ruler. Create a timeline for Valerius and his activities.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast at least three rulers, such as Conan, Valerius, Tamaris, Salome, Trocero, etc., that are prominently featured in the story.

Essay Topic 3

Who were the Black Seers? What were their beliefs, actions, powers and agenda? Examine the beliefs and teachings of the Black Seers and how their power was used to try to defeat Conan as well as several kingdoms.

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