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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. What causes the delay of the reinforcements that are to come to the aid of Jon Snow and the members of the Night's Watch?

2. Who informs Tyrion Lannister that Renly Baratheon has been killed?

3. What is the name of Bran Stark's direwolf?

4. Who will be killed if harm is brought to Sansa Stark?

5. As king to the continent of Westeros, what does Theon think his father wants to restore?

Short Essay Questions

1. Discuss the events that take place between Daenerys and Xaro in "Chapter 41, Daenerys."

2. Discuss the envoy suggested by Tyrion in "Chapter 37, Tyrion."

3. Who is Jaqen H'ghar and what does he tell Arya Stark his debt is to her?

4. What is Edmure's plan for the war when talking with Catelyn?

5. What does Theon Greyjoy feel about his father's wants for the continent and what he sees when arriving in the town of Pyke, one of the Iron Islands?

6. Discuss Arya's escape from King's Landing.

7. Discuss the meeting that takes place between Sansa and the mysterious person who wants to help her escape from Joffrey.

8. Discuss the dream Jojen describes to Bran in "Chapter 36, Bran."

9. Who is Craster and what is he said to do to children?

10. Discuss the introduction of the white raven and its symbolism.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss how magic is used in the story, as well as who does and does not believe in it. Cite examples from the book to support your response.

Essay Topic 2

Dreams play a prominent role in "A Clash of Kings." Discuss how dreams are used and the effect they have on characters, as well as events that occur. Cite examples from the story to justify your response.

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast the leadership, as well as personalities of Renly Baratheon and Stannis Baratheon. Cite examples from the story to justify your response.

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