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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 color hair does Master Robinton have?

2. Why does Master Robinton become displeased with Piemur in Chapter 4?

3. What does Piemur blame his injury on?

4. Who is the journeyman on duty at the beginning of Chapter 5?

5. Which of the fire lizards has the task of watching over Piemur while he recovers?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What is the proper way to ride a runner beast?

3. What does Piemur think of Sebell and Menolly's conduct together after Sebell returns?

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

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

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

7. What type of singing part is Piemur known for performing?

8. How does Piemur manage to get bubbly pies from Silvina?

9. What is Piemur's reaction to losing his singing voice?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The world of Pern is unique in its development and construction. Magical dragons, fire lizards, and other creatures fly the skies. Thread is always a constant threat. Write an essay that details some of the finer points of the world of Pern. Include information about the different Weyrs, halls, and mineholds on the planet. Why are these locations important, and what do they supply for the people and creatures that live on Pern? Use the novel to help support your opinions and ideas.

Essay Topic 2

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.

Essay Topic 3

Dragondrums ends with Piemur being appointed journeyman-drummer for the Southern Hold. He is elated at his new position, and he wishes that he could tell all of Pern about it. Write an essay that explains why the Southern Continent is a fitting home for Piemur. Predict what happens after the final lines of the story based upon events foreshadowed in Chapter 11. Use examples from the book to support your writing.

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