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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. The city of Onn is built on the former Tanzerouft. What was Tanzerouft known as?

2. After the last of the ambushers is dispatched, Idaho reveals his anger to Leto. Why is Idaho upset?

3. When first breaking in a new Idaho, what does Leto determine?

4. Who is Nayla?

5. In the first year of Leto's stewardship, what is he undergoing?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Leto tolerate the Ixians?

2. According to what Leto, what will happen when the melange is gone?

3. Who is Iyo Kobat and why was he banished from Arrakis?

4. What secret does Leto need Idaho to guard?

5. Noree is the new Ixian Ambassador. During her first meeting with Leto, what does Leto realize about Noree?

6. Why does Leto insist that Chenoeh record his words about tyranny precisely?

7. Why is Noree dissatisfied with the formal analysis of Leto's motives for accepting his transformation in exchange for longevity?

8. What does the Fish Speakers' chant of "Siaynoq" signify?

9. What does the investigators' report indicate about the Museum Fremen?

10. What does Leto learn about Siona during his meeting with Nayla?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Based on the writings early in the story and the author's historical references throughout the novel, compare and contrast the world in which the story takes place with the world as it was in the Dune days before Leto's metamorphosis.

Essay Topic 2

The story begins describing Leto's metamorphosis.

a. Describe Leto's reasoning for choosing to undergo the metamorphosis.

b. What does he hope to gain?

c. What does he have to give up?

d. What the challenges Leto faces as a result of his metamorphosis?

e. In light of Leto's plans and hopes, was the metamorphosis worth it in the end? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

The Great Sharing is held once every ten years in Onn.

a. Describe the ceremony surrounding the Great Sharing.

b. What is the purpose of the Great Sharing?

c. Why is participation in the Great Sharing important to Leto? To the people he rules?

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