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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. Who recommends that Carrot join the Watch?

2. What impresses Vimes most about Goodboy Bindle Featherstone of Quirm?

3. What is the name of the head of the Thieves' Guild?

4. Which of the following is one of the first to see the dragon at work and survive?

5. Why does Vimes go to visit Lady Sybil?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does the Librarian know that the book was stolen by someone at the University?

2. Why is Carrot pleased to be ordered to stay at the Watch Headquarters?

3. Why is the wall in the alleyway demolished?

4. Why does Vimes completely reject the suggestion that the footprints were made by a wading bird?

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

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

7. Why do the watchmen not arrest anyone after the fight in the tavern?

8. How did Vimes get injured?

9. What is known about Carrot's sword?

10. Why do the Elucidated Brethren want to summon a dragon?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The large dragon is often described as "almost human" in a number of places and it is stated that noble dragons embody the inner darkness of the one who summoned them into the world. What bad aspects of human nature are embodied (and exaggerated) by the dragon? Your answer should cover at least three vices. For each, state the following:

(a) The vice

(b) How the dragon exaggerates this vice

Essay Topic 2

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.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the character of the Librarian and explain the role that he plays in the plot. Your answer should be structured as follows:

(a) A description of the Librarian, both physically and in personality

(b) A description of the key actions that the Librarian takes, with an explanation of why this action was important and how it affected other people.

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