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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does one tree do in the windstorm?
(a) It fell and broke into tiny pieces because it was so brittle from the cold.
(b) It destroys the supply shed.
(c) It falls and smashes one corner of the Waystation's roof.
(d) It falls against the wind.

2. What does Talia learn from one of the restless chirras?
(a) That a blizzard is coming soon.
(b) That there is a caravan headed their way.
(c) That there is a bear nearby.
(d) That there is a wolf pack nearby.

3. Who is Kerithwyn?
(a) A wandering monk.
(b) A healer that Talia fetches.
(c) A seer.
(d) Another Herald who arrives at the village.

4. What does Kris share with Talia to help her sensitivity?
(a) A bottle of wine.
(b) A herbal tea drink.
(c) Nothing.
(d) A pipe with calming herbs.

5. What awaits Talia the next morning?
(a) A garland of flowers and silver ring.
(b) A new assignment.
(c) A message from her father saying her mother died.
(d) A message from Selenay to come home.

6. What did Lord Orthallen try to do about Talia's internship?
(a) Have it rotated among several Heralds.
(b) Dispense with it altogether.
(c) He wanted nothing to do with her internship.
(d) Have it doubled.

7. What is wrong with the villagers?
(a) Berryman plague.
(b) Mosquito fever.
(c) Alder plague.
(d) Snow fever.

8. What is Kris pursuing in a dream?
(a) A bear.
(b) An ice giant.
(c) An icy apparition.
(d) A giant wolf.

9. Who is Tedric?
(a) A Companion who arrives at the Waystation.
(b) A healer who arrives at the Waystation.
(c) A Herald who arrives at the Waystation.
(d) A village elder.

10. Who is the courier who arrives?
(a) Sherren.
(b) Dirk.
(c) Elspeth.
(d) Skif.

11. What do Kris and Talia think their dreams are saying?
(a) That there are dangerous magical creatures in the woods.
(b) To leave the Waystation as soon as possible.
(c) To move their supplies into the Waystation.
(d) That they need to set up a defensive perimeter.

12. What becomes a reflex due to Kris' continual drilling?
(a) Talia jumping onto Rolan whether saddled or not.
(b) Talia getting an arrow on her bowstring quickly.
(c) Talia doing her Grounding and Centering.
(d) Talia drawing her sword when Kris moves towards her.

13. What do Rolan and Tantris agree to do?
(a) Speak to the chirras on behalf of Kris and Talia.
(b) Tell Kris and Talia the history of the Companions.
(c) Help Kris and Talia.
(d) Return to the last village for help.

14. How many potential Heralds were chosen this Spring?
(a) 8.
(b) 50.
(c) 1.
(d) 20.

15. What surprises Kris and Talia when they sing after supper?
(a) The Companions join in.
(b) They have perfect harmony in their voices.
(c) The chirras join in.
(d) They hear wolves howling nearby as if they are joining in.

Short Answer Questions

1. About what does Kris worry concerning him and Talia?

2. How does Talia feel about Dirk?

3. How does Skif say Dirk is acting as far as Talia is concerned?

4. What does Kris ask Talia about her internship when it is almost Midsummer?

5. Why does Talia worry about the package Dirk sent her?

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