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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 wedding gift does Daenerys receive from her husband Drogo?
2. Where is the throne located that Viserys wants to regain?
3. Who sent the letter about Daenerys' wedding to Khal Drogo that Robert shows to Eddard while they are riding?
4. What is Sansa's reaction when she is questioned about the incident involving Joffrey and Arya?
5. What does Eddard notice about the joust between Ser Gregor and Ser Gregor's brother, the Hound?
Short Essay Questions
1. Explain the relationship between Jon Arryn, Lord Eddard Stark, and Robert Baratheon, and how they acquired their positions of authority.
2. What does Varys, the eunuch in Robert's court, tell Eddard about Cersei on the night of the tourney Robert chose not to participate in?
3. What is Littlefinger's advice to Eddard regarding the dagger used in Bran's murder attempt?
4. Explain what happens when Bran is climbing near the First Keep and overhears a conversation.
5. Explain what happens when Tyrion and Catelyn meet at an inn at the Crossroads.
6. What is the purpose of the fire that was set in the library as Bran lay injured in his bed?
7. After speaking with her friend in King's Landing about Bran's murder attempt, why will Lady Catelyn conclude that Tyrion Lannister tried to kill Bran?
8. Describe the story that Old Nan tells Bran as he recovers from his injuries.
9. What is the plan of Viserys, a descendant of the House of Targaryens, for his sister Daenerys?
10. Why is the size of Tyrion's shadow important as he reenters the castle after talking with Jon?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
What clues or hints does the author provide that help prepare you for the ending of the story? Did you think these clues were important as you read the story? Why or why not?
Essay Topic 2
How does the setting influence the events in the story? Give examples to explain your answer.
Essay Topic 3
What is stronger in A Game of Thrones--plot development or character development? Why? Give examples from the story to explain your answer. Do you think the author did this intentionally? Why or why not?
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