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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 does Fitz find out is really Lady Thyme?

2. Who does Fitz begin to spy on?

3. What does Chade accuse Fitz of assuming about him?

4. What does Fitz assist Burrich with?

5. What does Burrich tell Fitz about once Fitz is able to find Burrich?

Short Essay Questions

1. On the day before Fitz's tenth birthday, who sees Fitz and who does this person counsel to make something out of Fitz before it is too late?

2. Who cautions Fitz and what is the caution in relation to?

3. What does Fitz learn about Chivalry that surprises him?

4. What does Fitz learn to realize about the training Chade is providing him?

5. What fear does Chade have for Fitz and why does he feel this way?

6. What happened in the town that paid the ransom to the attackers?

7. Who, where and why is Fitz dropped off?

8. What does Fitz beseech Lady Grace to counsel her husband about?

9. What does Fitz learn to do as he tries to survive in the town of Buckkeep?

10. What is one of the first tasks Fitz is asked to complete and how does he do with this task?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What actions did King Shrewd take throughout the novel that you feel were examples of his poor leadership? What actions did he take that you feel are examples of his good leadership? Overall, how would you rank King Shrewd's leadership ability and why do you feel that way?

Essay Topic 2

At the beginning of the novel ,Shrewd believes and gives FItz a chance. In what way did this decision change Fitz's life. After reading the novel, do you believe this was a wise decision? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

At what point in the novel does Fitz become angry with King Shrewd? Is his anger justified? How would you feel had you been in in Fitz's place?

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