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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, Estraven the Traitor.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 1, who is Pemmer Harge rem ir Tibe ('Tibe' for short) described as?
(a) The mayor of Erhenrang.
(b) The king's cousin.
(c) The Prime Minister.
(d) There is no one in the book by this name.

2. What news comes from Argaven's palace during the month of Kus?
(a) The King is pregnant.
(b) The King is dying.
(c) The King has vowed kemmer.
(d) The Queen is pregnant.

3. How far is Rer from Karhide?
(a) 1,100 miles.
(b) 110 miles.
(c) 11 miles.
(d) 11,000 miles.

4. Shortly after Genly sends his letter to Tibe, Ashe visits him. What is the purpose of Ashe's visit?
(a) He wants Genly to take him to Estraven.
(b) He wants to invite Genly to dinner.
(c) He wants Genly to take money to Estraven.
(d) He wants to warn Genly that his life is in danger.

5. What is the nineteenth day of the month known as?
(a) Osdreth.
(b) The nineteenth day.
(c) Charuthe.
(d) Thangering.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does the second Estraven in Chapter 9 (Estraven II) wind up after his failed hunting trip?

2. Why does Genly return to Erhenrang in Chapter 8 after spending his summer on the Eastern Coast?

3. Is Lord Berosty satisfied with the answer he receives? Why?

4. What is the gender of the inhabitants of Gethen?

5. What are the economic conditions of Getheren's homeland, before and after he takes back his name and shadow?

(see the answer key)

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