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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 do the Fremen call the dark sand clouds?

2. What reminder of the ocean does Paul possess?

3. What family origin other than Atreides does Paul have?

4. How does Hayt remain with Paul?

5. Hayt says Alia has a great ability with ____________.

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Paul still see?

2. What conventions exist regarding the use of atomics?

3. Why do the attendants make Alia angry?

4. Why does Chani want to kill Irulan?

5. How is Paul trying to split the conspiracy?

6. What is the significance of the dead woman?

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

8. How does Hayt describe his memories? What causes him to become emotional?

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

10. How did Alia know her father?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay describing the main philosophical messages and ideas in Dune Messiah. Be sure to address:

1) Whether these ideas can be considered optimistic or pessimistic.

2) Whether or not you agree with these ideas, and why.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay cataloging and describing the types of mental powers displayed by characters in the Dune universe. Be sure to include details about:

1) The origins of the powers.

2) Capacity of powers for good and evil.

3) Whether these powers really exist in any shape or form.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay explaining the role of religion in the 'ideal' government. Be sure to address:

1) Limits on the power of religion.

2) Limits on the ability of government to infringe upon religion.

3) The role of religion in a society.

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