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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. Upon seeing who was actually sitting on the throne in Mueller impersonating Dinte, what is Lanik's first thought?

2. When Lanik steps into quicktime upon reaching the castle in Mueller, who does Lanik expect to see?

3. Why does Lanik finally decide to go to Mueller after killing the illuders?

4. Where must Lanik travel before he can return to the simple peace in Britton for good?

5. What illusion is destroyed when Lanik destroys the Ambassadors?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Lanik reveal to his father upon returning to the surface after his descent into the rock?

2. Why does Lanik almost give up his vow of fidelity to Saranna?

3. Describe the sound Lanik hears when he listens for the voice of the rock.

4. Why do the people of Gill react so harshly when Lanik arrives in their town?

5. As Lanik leaves Schwartz after asking for help, why is Lanik despondent?

6. Describe the land of Britton.

7. Why does Lanik return to Mueller?

8. Although Ensel tries to show joy at the comforting environment of the forest, he cannot. Why?

9. What happens when Lanik goes into quicktime?

10. What does Lanik do while staying in Jones?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Many key people help Lanik transform from the young man he is at the beginning of the story to the peacemaker who ends up saving the world. Compare and contrast the characteristics and traits of Teacher and Helmut. Be sure to include an examination of the teachings and lessons each character imparts to Lanik. Support your answer with examples from the story.

Essay Topic 2

When Lanik is banished from Mueller, his departure has significant consequences on many levels. Discuss what these consequences are, which characters are mildly affected, and which characters are most prominently affected. How do the characters' lives change?

Essay Topic 3

When regeneratives gather and become overwhelmed with grief, they always complete a specific grieving ritual.

a. Describe the regeneratives' grief ritual.

b. Why do they conduct this ritual in this manner?

c. What do they accomplish by participating in this ritual?

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