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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. What does the Librarian have to be careful not to leave behind him when he travels through time via L-space?

2. How far back in time does the Librarian travel via L-space?

3. What does the Supreme Grand Master call the Elucidated Brethren to flatter them out of their fears?

4. Who tries to give a warning when the dragon really does come?

5. What does a thaumivore eat?

Short Essay Questions

1. What facts make Lady Sybil become suspicious?

2. How does Lady Sybil approach the dragon?

3. What is one thing that Errol (and presumably other swamp dragons) and the huge dragon have in common (apart from being dragons)?

4. Why is Lady Sybil chosen to be sacrificed to the dragon?

5. Why does the Librarian free Vimes?

6. Why does Lupine Wonse fire Vimes?

7. Why does Nobby decide to call Goodbooy Bindle Featherstone Errol?

8. Why does Vimes decide to charge Brother Fingers with the theft of The Summoning of Dragons?

9. Why does Lady Sybil dress up when she hears a knock at the door?

10. How does Wonse communicate with the dragon?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 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

Choose one of the following themes and discuss how it is treated in the text:

(a) Chance, fate and destiny

(b) Language

(c) Social class distinction

Your answer should cover some examples where the theme is highlighted, and state the point of view or opinion that the author seems to take.

(see the answer keys)

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