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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. As Lanik prepares to leave Ku Kuei, how is he treated by the inhabitants of the land?

2. Leaving Schwartz, what does Lanik realize will scar him forever?

3. What does the person who meets Lanik on the beach near Anderson try to do?

4. Before being distracted by the sight of what is coming down the street in Jones, what is Lanik contemplating doing before leaving Jones?

5. According to the Jones innkeeper, what is being stockpiled in Huss?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. Who does Lanik realize is actually sitting on the throne in Mueller?

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

5. When Lanik realizes the deception taking place in the throne room, why does he not kill the impostors?

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

7. Describe the land of Britton.

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

9. Why is Lanik hesitant to tell the innkeeper in Jones his real name?

10. How do the Nkumai treat Lanik's double when they first find him?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

One of the main themes in this novel involves deceptive appearances.

a. Identify three characters that use deceptive appearances to further their interests.

b. Why do these characters rely on deception?

c. What is the outcome for these characters? Were they successful or would they have been more successful if they had not been deceptive? Explain your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Banishment to the planet Treason is a particularly severe punishment because Treason has no iron. Discuss the role of iron in the story. What is it used for? What is it traded for? How does iron drive the plot? Give examples to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

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?

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