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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 far can Ryath fly without landing?

2. Who is the priest of Sung the White?

3. What is a man and his giant dog fighting when Arutha and his men come upon them?

4. Who is Tomas' wife?

5. What ship do Jimmy and Locklear get onto?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Tathar say it is well that Martin and Baru came through Elvandar?

2. Why does Gathis believe that Macros is dead?

3. What does Martin want done with the man who shot the bear and left a nasty wound?

4. What is kingdom law based upon?

5. What about Jimmy threatens to turn the Prince of Krondor's court into chaos?

6. What do Pug and Tomas find when they first encounter the castle?

7. Who is Segersen?

8. Describe the route of the funeral cortege.

9. How did Guy help Armengar when he arrived?

10. Describe the Northlands.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Guy uses many different tactics as he fights Murmandamus' troops. Argue whether Guy uses more offensive or defensive tactics to fight the enemy. Use examples from the novel.

Essay Topic 2

The color black is frequently used in the novel to refer to evil. Explain the symbolism behind the color black in the novel. Use examples from the book.

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast the origins and powers of Pug, Tomas, and Macros using examples from the novel.

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