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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 does Rincewind compare Twoflower's job to?

2. As he wanders through the temple, what is Twoflower fascinated by?

3. What happens to Twoflower when Withel distracts Rincewind?

4. Before leaving the tavern, Twoflower pulls out a small black box. What does the box contain?

5. How many eyes does Twoflower have?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why do the thieves and trolls abandon the fight at the Broken Drum?

2. Why did the researchers lower an instrument over the Edge?

3. Why does the imp from the box scream at Rincewind as Rincewind tries to take yet another picture for Twoflower?

4. During the game, Fate reminds the other player not to cheat. The other player is put out by Fate's admonition. How does Fate respond?

5. Why does Twoflower pack water in the Luggage for his trip?

6. Describe the structure of the alternate universe the story takes place in.

7. If the Big Bang theory is correct, what will happen when the great turtle reaches the Time of Mating?

8. As Rincewind concludes his tale, what puzzles Bravd?

9. Why can't the researchers answer their questions regarding the great turtle's gender?

10. How do the two men on the hillside know that the two riders have come from the burning cities?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout the story, there are several characters who attempt to kill Rincewind.

a. Identify three characters who try to kill Rincewind. Describe the situation and how Rincewind escapes.

b. Compare and contrast the characters that try to kill Rincewind, as well as these characters' motivations.

Essay Topic 2

Throughout the book, the conflict between reason and magic is played out.

a. Identify three scenarios in which reason and magic are at odds. What is the impact of this conflict on the situation and on the characters involved?

b. Explain how the conflict between reason and magic can be explained away and the two ideas can co-exist.

Essay Topic 3

The Lady is a force in moving the story forward.

a. Describe the Lady in terms of who she is, what she believes, and what her motivations are.

b. How does the Lady interfere with Discworld events to bring about the larger picture? What is the larger picture?

c. Why is the Lady integral to the story? Support your answer.

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