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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 crawls over Piemur's legs at the beginning of Chapter 8?

2. Who is Stupid?

3. What does Piemur disguise himself as so that he can infiltrate Nabol?

4. Why does Menolly feel responsible for Piemur's actions with stealing the fire lizard egg?

5. Who is Tris?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why are Menolly and Sebell sent to the Southern Continent?

2. What is Sebell's opinion of Lord Meron and his illness?

3. Why is Menolly so concerned over Piemur's disappearance from Nabol?

4. Describe how Sebell and Piemur are able to infiltrate Nabol.

5. Describe Sharra's personality.

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

7. How does Piemur take care of the cuts he sustains during his wilderness trip on the Southern Continent?

8. What type of behavior does Stupid exhibit?

9. How do the people of Nabol react to the news of Deckter being named heir to the city?

10. List five of the food items Piemur eats to survive while he is living in the wilderness of the Southern Continent.

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

The main characters in Dragondrums are all Harpers. Each character has a specific musical skill in which they are talented. Write an essay that explains what music talents Menolly, Sebell, Piemur, and Master Robinton specialize in. Make sure to include details as to why each character excels in a particular area. Use examples from the text to support your rationale.

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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