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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. Which of the following reveals that someone has been seen in the secret room?

2. The Judge-General invites Dennis to stay with him and provides room for him where?

3. What is on Peter's mind as he escapes from his room?

4. Which of the following is not a king of Delain?

5. What is Peter holding when he turns to face his brother?

Short Essay Questions

1. How do Ben and Naomi begin to figure out how Dennis got into the castle?

2. Which room are all of the characters in this part of the story heading for, and where is Thomas?

3. Why does Thomas find it necessary to drink himself to sleep, and why is this potentially dangerous?

4. What secret does Dennis reveal to Ben and Naomi?

5. What does Flagg learn about Peter, and how does he learn it?

6. Peter had been very careful about his use of the napkins. Why is this not necessary?

7. What is revealed by Dennis and Peyna's plan to help Peter?

8. How does The Eyes of the Dragon end, and why is this significant?

9. How is suspense built into the story as Peter's friends reach the castle and Peter begins his escape?

10. Why does Flagg not take any action when he gets to Peter's room and finds that Peter is gone?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When Peter is asked to set aside his crown to stand trial, he does so willingly. Later, when in prison, he asserts his authority as the rightful king in demanding that the guard bring him what he asks for. What do these incidents tell you about Peter's character, his strengths, and his determination?

Essay Topic 2

The dragon Niner has a relatively minor part in The Eyes of the Dragon. Write a brief essay in which you explain the meaning of the title of the book and how it relates to the story.

Essay Topic 3

Foreshadowing is a favorite technique used by King. Describe foreshadowing, tell how it is used in the story, and pick at least three instances in which the reader is given clues to the future. Be specific about what the author indicates will happen and how it affects the forward motion of the story.

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