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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. Who raped and murdered Elia Martell?

2. Why does Hodor become frightened in Queenscrown?

3. What is Sansa given during the wedding ceremony?

4. In Chapter 46, which claimant to the Iron Throne does Robb learn has died?

5. What are the Wildings looking for in the Frostfangs?

Short Essay Questions

1. Whom does Robb name as his heir?

2. How does Sam maneuver the election for Lord Commander to get Jon Snow elected?

3. Describe Shae.

4. How does Ygritte die?

5. What does Melisandre mean when she has Stannis throws the three leeches in the fire and tells him "this will and will not work"?

6. How does Davos try to prove that he is worthy of being the Hand?

7. What lessons does Daenerys learn at Yunkai?

8. How does Daenerys conquer Astapor?

9. What is the significance of the story Meera tells about the Knight of the Laughing Tree?

10. What disturbing information does Edric Dayne give Arya as they leave the hills in Chapter 44?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How are graphic elements of bondage and oppression used to demonstrate the theme of emancipation? How are these graphic elements used to enhance the plot and the mood of the story? How does Daenerys' attitude towards emancipation affect decisions other characters make?

Essay Topic 2

Of what importance are vows in the novel? Which vows among the characters must be kept, and which can be broken and mended again? How is the significance of vows and personal promises related to the literacy level of the characters in the novel?

Essay Topic 3

Describe how compassion is demonstrated in the novel. Which characters appear compassionate, and how do they express their compassion? How does the theme of compassion affect the dynamics within noble families and their quest for the Iron Throne?

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