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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 is the name of Arthur's white hound?

2. What does Merlin prophesies about Morgause?

3. Who stands on Merlin's right inside the chapel?

4. Who tells the people at the feast about the sword the god's have given to Arthur?

5. Who is left to prevent the return of the Saxons when the battle is concluded?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Merlin leave immediately after the feast? What warning does Ralf give him?

2. Why does Lot of Lothian protest Uther declaring his heir at Luguvallium? What are his true motives behind the protests?

3. How does Ector react to Lot's protests after Uther dies following his abdication of the throne?

4. What do the lords and commoners find when they reach the Perilous Chapel?

5. How does Arthur find Caliburn, Macsen's sword?

6. How does Uther react the first time he sees Arthur on the battlefield?

7. What impact has the battle with Colgrim had on Uther's standings in the kingdom?

8. How does Uther make the announcement during the feast that Arthur is his heir to the throne?

9. Why does the sentry allow Arthur to be taken from he and Merlin's double room? Who does Arthur leave with?

10. How do Lot and Cador respond to Arthur claiming the sword that makes him the rightful High King?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Merlin picks and chooses when to reveal his true identity while Arthur is growing up. What does he gain with each approach? Give specific examples of each.

Essay Topic 2

After the battle against Colgrim, it is clear that Arthur has a significant amount of backing as Uther's heir. But, even as Merlin leaves Uther certain of the succession, he is uneasy. Why? What concerns are still present?

Essay Topic 3

There are several ways in which Lot of Lothian attempts to undermine or destroy the king. Describe those situations in detail including the outcome of Lot's actions.

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