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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Menolly's greatest talent?
(a) Singing.
(b) Songmaking.
(c) Drumming.
(d) Dancing.

2. What about Timiny is distinctive?
(a) His height.
(b) His hands.
(c) His feet.
(d) His hair.

3. How long has it been since Piemur has ridden a runner before his first mission?
(a) Five years.
(b) Six years.
(c) Two years.
(d) One year.

4. Where does Master Robinton decide to send Piemur at the end of Chapter 5?
(a) Igen Hold.
(b) The Southern Continent.
(c) Benden Weyr.
(d) Nabol.

5. What feature does Nabol lack?
(a) Sand.
(b) Trees.
(c) Buildings.
(d) A shoreline.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who sends the drum message at the beginning of Chapter 5?

2. What is the name of Master Robinton's fire lizard?

3. Why is Lord Meron's death a bad thing?

4. How old is Piemur at the beginning of the story?

5. What is the press in the Drummer's quarters used for?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe what Beauty looks like.

2. Describe Menolly's personality.

3. List the clothing items Piemur acquires in Chapter 3.

4. What is Master Robinton's opinion of Piemur when he returns from the minehold?

5. Describe how Piemur performs songs for the miners in Chapter 4.

6. Why does Master Robinton decide to send Piemur away at the end of Chapter 5?

7. How does Silvina treat Piemur after his accident?

8. Describe what the Drummer's quarters looks like.

9. Why does Piemur jump at the chance to get bubbly pies?

10. Describe Piemur's personality.

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