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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why was Lessa so shocked at having gone into the past?

2. What did Ramoth do that she didn't tell Lessa about?

3. Why did the dragonman die?

4. What were Lytol and Robinton trying to get F'lar to do?

5. Who did F'lar trust to make sure he got home safe?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What was F'lar's ultimatum for R'gul after F'lar assumed the Weyrleader position? How did this succinctly eliminate all forms of rebellion within the Weyr and in R'gul? How is this an effective form of leadership?

Essay Topic 2

Explain the differences of opinions when it comes to the Wyerfolk and the Lords. What do each believe they are entitled to? What will make the difference in the end? How is it that the Weyr survives? Explain both opinions and use your essay to take a side in the conflict.

Essay Topic 3

Compare F'lar to any other hero that you have known about through movies or television. What do they have in common? What kind of things make them different? How is Lessa more of the hero in this book? How does F'lar support her?

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