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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 Brethren first mentions a dragon?

2. What rank does Sam Vimes hold?

3. What do Vimes and Vetinari see on the ground in the alley?

4. Which of the following is Carrot not given him when he sets off to Ankh-Morpork?

5. Where did Carrot first meet Sam Vimes?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Carrot join the Night Watch?

2. Why is Lady Sybil not offended by Nobby's language?

3. Why does the Patrician consider the dragon to be a problem beyond his skills?

4. Why has Vetinari allowed Vimes to remain in charge of the Night Watch?

5. What is the connection between Lupine Wonse and Sam Vimes?

6. What is noticeable about the magical artifacts brought by the Elucidated Brethren for the second summoning of the dragon?

7. Why is Sam Vimes attracted to Goodboy Bindle Featherstone of Quirm?

8. Why are the watchmen alarmed when they realize that they are in Sweetheart Lane?

9. What is unusual about Lady Sybil's hair?

10. Why does the mob come to Lady Sybil's place?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Guards! Guards! is a parody of many works of heroic fantasy. Explain how this work takes some of the clichés or stock situations of the fantasy genre and approaches them. Your answer should cover between three and five of these clichés. For each cliché:

(a) Explain the cliché in its most archetypal form

(b) Explain how the text treats this cliché.

Essay Topic 2

The Patrician explains his view of humans and their morals to Sam Vimes after Lupine Wonse has been killed.

(a) Summarize the Patrician's viewpoint in your own words

(b) Do you agree with the Patrician? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Who is the hero or protagonist of this novel, Sam Vimes or Carrot? Explain the reasons for your decision in detail. Your answer should cover:

(a) A description of Vimes' actions and role

(b) A description of Carrot's actions and role

(c) Your conclusion and reasons for your decision.

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