The Shadow Rising | Short Essay Answer Key

Short Essay Answer Key

1. What two situations is Elaida Sedai investigating and how might that impact Siuan's plans?

Elaida Sedai recognizes Min, and she is slowing putting together the pieces of the conspiracy between Moiraine and Siuan, a conspiracy to conceal the existence of the Dragon Reborn and allow him to walk free in the world. Elaida can foretell as well, and she long ago saw that the royal line of Andor would be crucial in the war against the Shadow. She is therefore furious about the second disappearance of Elayne, the daughter heir of Andor, and she is sure that Siuan Sanche and Moiraine are behind it. Elaida's opposition will prove a critical flaw in Siuan's plans.

2. Why is Dain Bornheld in the Two Rivers and how is he being manipulated?

Pedron Niall, the leader of the Children of the Light, has told Dain about Perrin, the...
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