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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 challenges Uther's decision of who his heir will be?

2. What jumps into the water and swims across the lake in front of Merlin?

3. What realization is Merlin struck with in regards to Morgause and Arthur's union?

4. Who does Merlin say will be held responsible if he dies?

5. Who comes to take Arthur to King Uther the morning the king dies?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. What does Merlin tell Morgause about her plan and his prophecy for her and her child?

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

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

6. Why are Merlin and Arthur called to Uther's side on the battlefield immediately after Arthur tries to give Merlin Macsen's sword?

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

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

9. Why is Arthur disturbed to hear that Merlin has taken a vow of chastity?

10. Who is it that speaks to Uther's sword and Arthur's rightful sword? What impact does this have on Arthur and the other lords?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

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 two purposes behind Merlin's fanciful story of Arthur's birth to the young goat herd. What are they? Describe in your answer which one is an important piece of Arthur's rise and which one describes Merlin's character.

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