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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 drags Naranpa up from the river in Chapter 3?

2. In Chapter 8, about how many crows surround Serapio?

3. How many men does Xiala ask Callo to set on bailing duty in Chapter 20?

4. In Chapter 16, how long does Callo believe the men can row through the night?

5. What type of fur cloak does Ieyoue wear in Chapter 14?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Naranpa believe Iktan is undermining her authority in Chapter 5?

2. What relationship has Naranpa had with Iktan?

3. How do Adah and Eche take over Naranpa's meeting with the Sky Made matrons?

4. What happens when Naranpa and the others of the priesthood take a break for lunch in Chapter 4?

5. What agreement do the great peoples make in the Treaty of Hokaia?

6. Why does Xiala want to sleep on the ship in Chapter 11?

7. In Chapter 4, why is the priesthood gathered at the foot of the bridge to Odo at sunrise?

8. Why does Balam suggest that Xiala and Callo board the ship and make ready to sail quickly in Chapter 6?

9. What does Loob call Serapio in Chapter 16?

10. How does Abah confront Naranpa in Chapter 9, and how does Naranpa feel about the attack?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Metaphors and similes are figures of speech that are used to make comparisons between things. Metaphors seem to imply an equal comparison, while similes seem to imply a similarity between two things. Does Roanhorse use more metaphors or similes in Black Sun? How does the use of metaphors or similes help readers comprehend concepts? How does the use of metaphors or similes make the writing more interesting?

Essay Topic 2

Exposition and infodumping can be used to provide background information in a narrative. How does Roanhorse use exposition and infodumping to provide background information in Black Sun?

Essay Topic 3

Naranpa and Denaochi have not seen one another for over 20 years when they reunite. Why is their relationship strained, and does it seem possible that they can rebuild their relationship?

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