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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. How many fire lizard egg pots does Piemur find in Lord Meron's room?

2. How many days does it take Lord Meron to die?

3. Which items does Master Robinton want Menolly and Sebell to bring back after they find Piemur in the south?

4. What does Piemur use to create a hook for fishing?

5. Who squeezes Menolly's hand as they enter the Main Hall of Nabol?

Short Essay Questions

1. What type of behavior does Stupid exhibit?

2. Why does Piemur find himself in awe of the grubs that reside on the large plain that he comes across on the Southern Continent?

3. What is different about the plants on the Southern Continent as opposed to the rest of Pern?

4. Why is feeding a fire lizard hatchling as soon as it hatches important?

5. How does Sebell feel when he figures out that the drudge people are looking for is Piemur?

6. How does Piemur feel when he learns that Lord Meron has more than his fair share of fire lizards?

7. Why does Piemur put fish oil on his skin?

8. Why does Piemur disguise himself as a drudge once he is in Nabol?

9. Why does Piemur fight wherries in Chapter 8?

10. What does Piemur do when fire lizards find him as he is trying to escape Nabol with his prize?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

In Dragondrums there are several different ranks a character can acquire in their respective skill. Progressing from one rank to the next is seen as a badge of pride. It means moving up to the next level of skill. Write an essay that details what each rank of Harper is and what kind of duties a character of that rank is responsible for. Think about which characters are which ranks and include them in the essay. Make sure to include examples from the text to support your opinions.

Essay Topic 3

Dragons and fire lizards are creatures of wonder in the world of Pern. In Dragondrums many characters own lizards or fly dragons. Write an essay that explores the world of fire lizards and dragons. Think of the different ways these creatures are used to the benefit of their owners. Include examples of situations in which a fire lizard or dragon is important or life saving. How do fire lizards and dragons fit into this particular fantasy theme? Explain your rationale by providing examples from the novel.

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