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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many tiers of stairs does Gandalf have to ride to get to the hall of Denethor?

2. Who is following Sam and Frodo as they are journeying towards Mordor?

3. Who saves Sam and Frodo from a fiery death on Mount Doom?

4. Why does Faramir not take the Ring when he finds out what it is?

5. How do Sam and Frodo get through Mordor undetected?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Many different types of beings are described in this book? Choose 3 of these separate races, and describe their attributes and the role that each race played in the outcome of the plot.

Essay Topic 2

Merry and Pippin are a very integral part of this plot. How do their actions change the tide of the plot? Do you think they are aware of what they are doing? Why or why not? Make sure to use examples from the text to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 3

Sauran uses many different lies and tools to complete his horrible goals. What are some of these, and how did they poison the characters who fell prey to them?

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