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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 reminds Paul of Chani after his vision?

2. What sietch did Paul share with Otheym?

3. How does Paul feel about the pilgrims in the temple?

4. What does Paul smell the fetid odors of?

5. What reminder of the ocean does Paul possess?

Short Essay Questions

1. What dangerous thing does Alia do? Why does she do it?

2. Why do the attendants make Alia angry?

3. What does Bijaz say is the value of war?

4. What does Edric say about the nature of the Imperial government?

5. Describe the typical man of the Qizarate.

6. Who does Edric fear more than Paul? Why?

7. What does Paul say about people's preferences in government?

8. What goes through Mohiam's mind on her way to see Paul?

9. How does Paul still see?

10. Describe Paul when he is under the influence of the spice.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay that comprehensively describes the family tree of Paul Atreides. Be sure to include:

1) Information regarding the place each character on the tree was born and grew up.

2) Interesting details regarding the genetic or blood origin of characters.

3) Strengths and failings of each character.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay on the subject of cloning, specifically related to the theoretical field of 'gholas.' Be sure to address:

1) Technical limitation of the concept, and real scientific obstacles.

2) Moral implications and issues associated with bringing humans back from the dead via cloning.

3) Possible benefits and dangers of the ghola concept.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay on the portrayal of religion in Dune Messiah. Be sure to address:

1) Whether the portrayal is positive or negative, and why.

2) The opinions of the characters regarding religion and faith.

3) Quotations from the book that illustrate your points.

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