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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. Abdullah is fascinated with which small flower?

2. What is the surname of the Royal Wizard?

3. What is the name of the djinn?

4. The cushion is stuffed with which kind of feathers?

5. The king is more interested in creating a catalog for ____.

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Abdullah learn about the old soldier?

2. What happens when the men stop to find a campsite?

3. Discuss the camaraderie between the men in the evening.

4. Why are the soldier and the genie not pleased with the new travel arrangements?

5. What happens when Abdullah reaches the house of the Royal Wizard?

6. Why has Hasruel been stealing princesses?

7. Abdullah orders the djinn to stop struggling and to explain himself. What is the djinn's explanation?

8. Hasruel explains that he has appeared in many forms before Abdullah. Give some examples.

9. How does Abdullah intervene when the soldier insists on preparing a bath for the cats?

10. What happens after Aqba falls to the ground? What is revealed?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses foreshadowing in several parts of the story. Choose at least three examples of foreshadowing. Explain each.

Essay Topic 2

Explain the purpose of the Castle in the air. What is the meaning of having the castle float, change, and move from place to place? What is the symbolism of the castle? How is it enchanted? What is Sophie's explanation? Will the castle be able to return to its normal condition or will it be forever enchanted in some way?

Essay Topic 3

Analyze the relationship between Abdullah and Flower. Is it a realistic relationship? Is it love or infatuation? What is the difference? Do you think two people can fall in love so quickly? Explain. Do you think the couple is compatible? How might the Sultan react to the news of the marriage? Do you think the couple can be happy?

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