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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. In Chapter 3, how long did Naranpa remember her father said they had been at peace since the priesthood united them?
2. Where does Xiala remember that Loob's wife is from in Chapter 20?
3. When Serapio hears a confrontation on the docks, what host does he find to observe the fracas after he takes a drug in Chapter 7?
4. In Chapter 10, when does Naranpa plan to have a state funeral?
5. In Chapter 20, who does Xiala dive into the water to save?
Short Essay Questions
1. How does Abah confront Naranpa in Chapter 9, and how does Naranpa feel about the attack?
2. Why does Lord Balam get Xiala released from jail and what does he offer her?
3. In Chapter 6, what is the ship like that Balam has for Xiala?
4. How can Serapio move without sight?
5. Why was Xiala afraid at first when she had first seen Serapio on the shore?
6. Why does Xiala want to sleep on the ship in Chapter 11?
7. What doe Eedi carry, and what will she teach Serapio with it?
8. How had Okoa's people suffered?
9. How does Serapio describe Xiala's Song in Chapter 17?
10. What relationship has Naranpa had with Iktan?
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
For a while after Serapio’s mother dies, his only companions are crows. Why are crows important to Serapio and what role do they play in his life?
Essay Topic 3
Naranpa and Iktan had an affair when they were dedicants. How did their relationship change when they moved to positions of power? What type of relationship do they have and why is it complicated?
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