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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 does Kettricken announce that he was told Fitz is being trained in?

2. Who does Fitz seek out to Skill with the king?

3. Who summons Fitz?

4. Which of the following characters finds Fitz near Burrich's bed?

5. Where is Regal when Burrich and Fitz find him?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does August tell him after Fitz has asked him to use the skill to contact Shrewd?

2. Why is a large train of people required from the encampment to the town?

3. What information does the Fool reveal about Patience and Fitz?

4. What events happen in Fitz's dream?

5. What does Burrich tell Fitz about Galen?

6. What does the Fool caution about in regard to Patience?

7. What happens when Fitz uses his skill to contact Verity?

8. What has happened to Verity and what does this make Chade worry about?

9. What does Fitz learn through his errands for Lady Patience and who helps him with these errands?

10. What do the mountain people send to King Shrewd and what does he use it for?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What information does Fitz learn throughout his journey? Is the information harmful or beneficial? Why do you believe this way? Would Fitz agree with you? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay agreeing or disagreeing with the following statement: FItz is a better negotiator than he is a killer. Be sure to include specific information from the text to support your essay.

Essay Topic 3

Why is Ftiz forever tied to the King and his successors? What freedoms will Fitz enjoy after his training is completed? Do you believe this is fair? Why or why not?

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