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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 does Sebell see in the courtyard of Nabol?

2. Which type of water craft does Master Robinton tell Menolly to prepare?

3. How does Menolly react when she realizes where Piemur has gone at the end of Chapter 7?

4. How does Piemur incubate his stolen egg?

5. Who does Sebel go to Nabol with in Chapter 6?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why do Lord Meron's quarters smell disgusting to Menolly and the others?

2. What is Piemur's physical condition like when he arrives on the Southern Continent?

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

4. What does Piemur find trapped under a female runner beast's corpse?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Piemur rarely seems interested in the opposite sex despite being a growing young man. When he comes across Sharra while on the Southern Continent, he is at first put off by her independent attitude. The two later become friends. Write an essay that explores Piemur's lack of desire for a significant other. Explain why Sharra represents a significant change in this aspect. Where does their relationship seem to be going by the end of the story? Explain your rationale by providing examples from the novel.

Essay Topic 3

Harpers are respected by most of the people who live on Pern. Their skills are often requested for events at a Lord's Hold or a Weyr. Write an essay that explains why Harpers are valued. Include examples of times in the story when Piemur, Menolly, Sebell, or Master Robinton are required to perform at a specific function. Explain your rationale by providing examples from the novel.

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