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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 does Tyrion inspect in the vaults of the Alchemists' Guild?

2. What does Tyrion direct the smiths in his chambers to make?

3. Who does Robb Stark convince Catelyn Stark to meet with at the beginning of "Chapter 23, Catelyn"?

4. What signals the end of a decade long summer?

5. Why does Asha mock Theon at the banquet they attending "Chapter 25, Theon"?

Short Essay Questions

1. Discuss the send off and emotions that occur during Myrcella's journey to Dorne.

2. Who does Arya Stark tell Jaqen to kill Weese in "Chapter 39, Arya," and what is her reaction after her choice is made?

3. Who is Allar Deem and why is he disliked by many?

4. Discuss the meaning of the letter Cersei receives from Lord Tywin.

5. Discuss the letter Wylis receives in "Chapter 17, Bran."

6. Who is Brienne?

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

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

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

10. Discuss the death of Renly Baratheon.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss and describe the House of the Undying and the role it plays in the story. Cite examples from the book to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

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 3

Discuss the Seven Kingdoms and the people who hold the throne at each location. Give examples from the book to support your answer.

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