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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 is wrong with most of the fire lizard eggs Nabol has been trading?

2. How does Piemur incubate his stolen egg?

3. Which of the following people does not mind the smell of Lord Meron's chambers?

4. Does Piemur manage to get away with his prize at the end of Chapter 6?

5. Why does Master Robinton become irritated shortly after his arrival at Nabol?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

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

4. Describe Deckter's personality and life according to Sebell.

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

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

7. What does Piemur do when he sees the six fire lizard egg pots in Lord Meron's room?

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

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

10. Why does Piemur fight wherries in Chapter 8?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Friendship is an important aspect of Dragondrums. Menolly, Sebell, and Piemur are friends. In times of struggle, confusion, or sadness they are there for each other. Write an essay that explores the idea of friendship within the context of the story. Think about the times when friendship is the most important for the characters. Take into consideration where Menolly, Sebell, and Piemur would be without each other. Support your writing by using examples from the novel.

Essay Topic 2

The Oldtimers are mentioned many times throughout Dragondrums. Many characters, including Piemur, fear and disapprove of them Write an essay that explores the history of the Oldtimers. Explain why they are untrusted and feared by the people of Pern. Go into detail and give specific occasions and events that support these ideas held by the majority of Pern citizens. Use examples from the book to support your writing.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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