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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. When Mwabao recognizes Lanik, what does Lanik see in her eyes?

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

3. When the Schwartzes all lie down together before sending Lanik off, what shape do the Schwartzes form?

4. Lanik realizes he must leave Ku Kuei. Why?

5. Who is the lord's servant, really?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Lanik able to escape from the grave that the people of Gill have buried him in?

2. What happens when Lanik goes into quicktime?

3. Why must Lanik completely destroy the land of Anderson?

4. What does Lanik do while staying in Jones?

5. Why does Lanik leave his horse with a stabler and make a hasty escape from Jones?

6. Lanik descends into the rock to better hear the voice, but when he returns to the surface, his father is afraid. Why?

7. Why are the Schwartzes hesitant to help Lanik in his quest?

8. Describe the land of Britton.

9. By going into quicktime, what does Lanik learn about the person who meets him on the beach near Anderson?

10. Why do the Schwartzes ultimately decide to help Lanik in his quest?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout the story, there are several characters who attempt to kill Lanik.

a. Identify three characters who try to kill Lanik. Describe the situation and how Lanik escapes.

b. Compare and contrast the characters that try to kill Lanik, as well as these characters' motivations.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast Lanik's beliefs and loyalties at the following points in the story.

a. When Lanik is still the heir apparent living in Mueller.

b. After Lanik is disinherited and banished to Nkumai.

c. When Lanik learns of his double's killing and destroying of lands, and of the blame others wrongly place on Lanik.

d. After Lanik returns to Ku Kuei to be reunited with Saranna.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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