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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 is the name of the Bene Gesserit chef at Central?

2. What was the ancient name of the planet Dune?

3. Where do the Bene Gesserit at Central bury their dead?

4. Who is the "Tyrant"?

5. Which character discusses her father on page 1?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the importance of the "Siona gene-mark"?

2. Describe the relationship between Odrade and Bellonda.

3. Describe the Jewish society in this novel.

4. Why do the Bene Gesserit keep the orchards? What challenges do they face in doing so?

5. What are axlotl tanks? Why are they surprising to the Bene Gesserit?

6. Explain Odrade's memories of Sea Child and their effect on her life.

7. Describe the Great Honored Matre's quarters from the perspective of Logno.

8. What is the Golden Path, and how does Odrade feel about it?

9. Describe the Great Honored Matre's leadership style.

10. Explain the relationship between Odrade and Taraza.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explore the assumption of power in the Honored Matre society, and compare and contrast it with that of the Bene Gesserit society.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the importance of the ghola concept in the Dune universe.

Essay Topic 3

Explain Sheeana's rise to power as a potential goddess and your thoughts on her plans for the future of her religion.

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