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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 has Serapio heard that the Teek ride?

2. When a riot breaks out in Chapter 19, who helps Naranpa get away?

3. In Chapter 3, how long did Naranpa remember her father said they had been at peace since the priesthood united them?

4. Where does Xiala remember that Loob's wife is from in Chapter 20?

5. How old was Naranpa when she was told she would be a servant to the priests?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 19, how does a riot begin in Chapter 19?

2. How does the crew react when Xiala tells them how quickly they have to be in Tova?

3. Why was Xiala afraid at first when she had first seen Serapio on the shore?

4. In Chapter 1, what does Serapio's mother do to him after she has him drink a numbing potion?

5. Who comes to Serapio in Chapter 6, and why?

6. What has Serapio heard about sailors who find Teek lands?

7. How can Serapio move without sight?

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

9. In Chapter 6, what is the ship like that Balam has for Xiala?

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

Imagery is a literary device authors use to describe characters in a narrative and the world they inhabit. Imagery involves using the five senses to describe characters, places, and things. How does Roanhorse use imagery to help readers imagine the world where characters live in Black Sun?

Essay Topic 2

An aphorism is a statement that expresses a truth or an opinion in a succinct manner. What are some aphorisms included at the beginning of chapters of Black Sun? How do the aphorisms readers and characters understand ideas and concepts?

Essay Topic 3

Cliffhangers are a literary device that leaves readers wondering what will happen next. How does Roanhorse use cliffhangers in Black Sun? How do cliffhangers create suspense?

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