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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was the first casualty of the Threads?

2. What did F'lar wish when Ramoth rose to her mating flight?

3. What makes them nervous?

4. What Ballad is quoted as being the source of information about queens riding against Threads?

5. Lessa awoke where and when?

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

What does Fax's taste in women convey about his attitude towards women in general? How do you think he treats women, judging by the women in his Hold? In what ways is the way Fax treats his women criminal in our world? How do you think women would treat him here if he brought his attitude towards them with him?

Essay Topic 3

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.

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