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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Lyra bolts out of her hiding place in the Retiring Room to save Lord Asriel, what happens to the glass he is about to drink from?
(a) It falls to the floor and shatters.
(b) It spills caustic liquid all over his suit.
(c) Lyra dumps its contents into the sink.
(d) Lyra takes it and smashes it against the wall.

2. The golden compass has the ability to do what?
(a) Tell the truth.
(b) Map out coordinates.
(c) Erase memories.
(d) Return to its owner.

3. After Lyra, her friends, and some Gyptian children search for Billy, but end up not finding him, who else goes missing?
(a) Simon.
(b) Roger.
(c) Hannah.
(d) Emma.

4. While riding on the zeppelin with Mrs. Coulter, Lyra feels what?
(a) Frightened and remorseful.
(b) Sleepy and cold.
(c) Hyperactive and confused.
(d) Excited and glamorous.

5. Lyra's closest friend is a
(a) Stable hand.
(b) Gardening assistant.
(c) Kitchen helper.
(d) Errand boy.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Lyra's daemon tires of living in luxury with Mrs. Coulter, he tries to convince Lyra to

2. In the opening chapter, when Lord Asriel enters the Retiring Room, he sends the Butler out to get what?

3. Farder Coram is a

4. Lord Asriel is said to look like what when he yawns?

5. What is a photogram?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does John Faa respond to the Gyptians when they want revenge against the Gobblers?

2. What is the Bolvangar?

3. In her hiding place in the Retiring Room, Lyra eventually falls asleep. What does Lord Asriel talk about with Lyra after he wakes her up?

4. While Lyra travels on the narrow boat with the Gyptians, what type of work does she do for Ma Costa and the others?

5. What is the Retiring Room?

6. Describe Farder Coram's daemon as seen through Lyra's eyes.

7. Describe Lord Asriel's reaction when Lyra bolts out of the wardrobe in the Retiring Room.

8. After the Scholars enter the Retiring Room, what does Lyra overhear while she remains hidden in the wardrobe?

9. Tony tells Lyra that the North is a dangerous location plagued by Nalkainens, Windsuckers, and Breathless Ones. Describe what these are, according to Tony.

10. Why does the Master want to see Lyra before she leaves the college with Mrs. Coulter?

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