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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. Why does Noree find Anteac frightening?

2. When Noree begins to cry after being reunited with Leto after the explosions, why does Leto not wipe away her tears?

3. How does Siona travel to her first meeting with Leto since her banishment?

4. According to Leto, what is any creature's most profound experience?

5. In Leto's mind, what is Leto accomplishing through his grand plan?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why did Noree survive at her embassy when her staff was killed, as well as the Face Dancers who were at the embassy?

2. According to Leto, what is Siona's function?

3. After Idaho storms out of Moneo's room and away from Moneo and Noree, what does Moneo tell Noree?

4. Why does Moneo fear the melange?

5. What is it about Noree that frightens Leto?

6. What happens when Siona accepts a ride from Leto and climbs onto his back?

7. Why is the area surrounding Leto's sunken pit strewn with cushions?

8. As Leto tests Siona, what does he realize about Siona?

9. After consuming some of the spice, how does Siona react? How is her reaction different from the reaction of earlier Atreides?

10. In regard to death, how are Ixians and Atreides different?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Leto intends for Idaho to be paired with Siona, yet Idaho finds Noree to be the more desirable woman.

a. Compare and contrast Siona and Noree. Based on these comparisons, why does Idaho desire Noree more than Siona?

b. How does Idaho's desire for Noree impact Leto's plans, if at all? Provide examples to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast the characteristics, roles, loyalties, and agendas of the following groups in the story:

a. Face Dancers.

b. Bene Gesserit.

c. The Guild.

d. Museum Fremen.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the relationship between Leto and Noree. How is their relationship similar to other relationships? How is their relationship unique? Leto himself states that their marriage will not be a conventional marriage. Explain Leto's statement and use examples to support your answer.

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