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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 is required of a Saxon to die with honor?

2. Who does Arthur appoint as the new king of Dumnoia?

3. Where is Arthur told he can take refuge?

4. Who dies with the bishop?

5. Why does Queen Igraine stop talking with Derfel?

Short Essay Questions

1. What causes the forces of Nimue and Mordred to break up?

2. What is the ghost fence?

3. What trade does Arthur start learning after the battle against the Saxons is won?

4. What was the mortal wound Arthur receives?

5. What does Morgan have Derfel do to cure his wife?

6. What are some of Taliesin's talents?

7. What does Derfel do when Nimue and Mordred's forces begin to break up?

8. What does Olwen try to get Derfel to do as she takes him to Nimue?

9. Why is Ceinwyn sick, and how is Derfel supposed to cure her?

10. What does Derfel make sure of before he kills Aelle and why?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Sacrifice is a theme that is prevalent in this book. Who are the characters most affected by this theme, and how do they allow sacrifice to change their lives?

Essay Topic 2

Many different characters in this book are persuaded to do things that they would not have done of their own accord? What are some of these instances, and how does persuasion affect the course of the plot?

Essay Topic 3

How is this book narrated, and what does this do to enhance the plot?

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