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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 a scimitar?

2. How much does Arsheesh ask for Shasta?

3. What is the most likely meaning for the phrase "the sun appeared dark in her eyes?"

4. What does King Edmund ask Queen Susan?

5. What is the first thing Shasta does when he wakes up in the morning?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Aravis jump up on Lasaraleen's litter?

2. What does Shasta learn about himself from overhearing the Taarkaan and Arsheesh talking?

3. How does Shasta recognize Mount Pire among all the other mountains?

4. What does Shasta think may have happened to the others when they aren't at the tomb?

5. What is Shasta tempted to do after he is left alone to rest?

6. Why is Shasta so interested in Sallowpad's description of the different ways across the desert?

7. What are the Tombs of the Ancients?

8. Why does Bree need Shasta's help?

9. What plan does Mr. Tumnus come up with to escape the city?

10. Why did Hwin reveal that she could talk to Aravis?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Research and write an essay placing this book into the entire Chronicles of Narnia series. What is most unique about this book? What function does it serve within the series?

Essay Topic 2

One of the major themes in this book is about friendship. Examine the story arcs of the four companions and write an essay describing how they all become friends.

Essay Topic 3

Critics of the Chronicles of Narnia point out that they often illustrate allegories of Christian mythology. Write an essay addressing the similarities between this story and Christian gospel.

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