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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 do the Ku Kuei teach Lanik how to do?

2. In the throne room in Gill, who initially tries to kill Lanik?

3. How long does it take the impostor to make his way into the agreed-upon meeting room?

4. What happens to Lanik immediately upon his arrival in Gill?

5. Who approaches Lanik on the beach when he lands near Anderson?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Lanik able to help Vran when she goes into labor?

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

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

4. Describe the land of Britton.

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

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

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

8. After seeing Mwabao Mawa in Jones, what does Lanik realize about Mawa?

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout the book, the conflict between reality and illusion plays out.

a. Identify three scenarios in which reality and illusion are at odds. What is the impact of this conflict on the situation and on the characters involved?

b. How can the conflict between reality and illusion be explained? Can the two ever co-exist? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

The book is entitled, "A Planet Called Treason". Why did the author choose this title? How does the title foreshadow the story of Lanik's life?

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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