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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 Merlin share with Arthur when Arthur returns to their room in Part 4, Chapter 5?

2. Who admits to sending the Cornish spies to question Merlin at Bryn Myrddin?

3. Who finally calms the commotion in the feast after the announcement has been made?

4. When does Uther intend to declare Arthur his rightful heir?

5. How old is Arthur during the "Black Year"?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What role does Lot play in the battle against Colgrim? Why?

3. What does Lot's marriage to Uther's daughter, Morgian, mean for the kingdom and Arthur?

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

5. How does Arthur react to the argument between Merlin and Cador? How does Merlin react? Why?

6. What does Arthur's child with Morgause symbolize? What does it mean for his kingdom? What does Merlin do?

7. What trap is set for Merlin as he rides to the Perilous Chapel? Who saves him?

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

9. What leads Arthur to ask about Merlin's true identity? Learning this, does Arthur know who he is?

10. What do Uther and Merlin discuss during their meeting after the battle with Colgrim? What does Merlin perceive about Uther and his questions?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There is a significant challenge in deciding what should be done with Arthur after he is born. What does Ygraine want done with her son? What does Uther want done with his son? What is done with Arthur?

Essay Topic 2

Through the beginning of the story, Cador is considered a possible threat to Uther's kingdom. However, there are events that demonstrate otherwise. What are the events that indicate Cador's true loyalties?

Essay Topic 3

What is the true symbol of Arthur's claim to the throne? How does the reader know this?

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