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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. Which valuable creatures can be found in Nabol?

2. Who sits across from Piemur during the dinner scene?

3. How does Piemur react at dinner when he is assigned to Master Olodkey?

4. How does Piemur get injured?

5. Who treats Piemur after he is injured?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Silvina treat Piemur after his accident?

2. What does Piemur think of Menolly's voice when she sings in Chapter 4?

3. Who are the Oldtimers?

4. How does Piemur feel when he sees Menolly playing with her fire lizards in Chapter 3?

5. Why is Lord Meron suspected of illegal trade?

6. Why does Piemur become Master Olodkey's apprentice?

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

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

9. How does Sebell look when he comes back from his trip in Chapter 3?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Menolly and Master Robinton share a complex relationship throughout Dragondrums. At the end of the story, she admits to Sebell that she loves both him and their Master. Write an essay that explores the unique relationship Menolly and Master Robinton share. Why does Menolly not try to hide her feelings? Does Master Robinton ever seem aware of them? Detail the parts of the story that indicate shifts in their relationship. Explain why the relationship is significant. Use examples from the book to support your writing.

Essay Topic 2

Piemur is so desperate for a fire lizard egg that he steals one from Lord Meron. When his egg hatches, it ends up being the most prized of all fire lizard types, a golden queen. Write an essay that takes a side as to whether or not Piemur was justified in his theft. Explore his motives and ideas and include them in your writing. Provide examples from the novel to support your argument.

Essay Topic 3

Piemur often uses cunning and manipulation to get what he wants. When he desires bubbly pies he finds a way to get them. When he wants people to do something, he uses his considerable intelligence and cunning to manipulate them into doing what he wants. Write an essay that explores Piemur's usage of manipulation. Decide whether or not what he does is morally right or wrong. Use specific examples from the novel to support your argument.

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