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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Verence II not ask Magrat for her hand in marriage?
(a) He does not have to.
(b) She turns out to be a witch.
(c) She is avoiding him.
(d) He is too shy.

2. What is wrong with the Stick and Bucket Dance?
(a) Only a witch can do it.
(b) It is the dance that is always done.
(c) It leads to injury.
(d) It requires an artisan well.

3. What is special about the blacksmiths in Lancre?
(a) They forge without fire.
(b) They can shoe a horse with one hand.
(c) They charge the lowest price.
(d) They can shoe anything.

4. What does the third witch have in common with the flowers in her hair?
(a) A cheerful appearance.
(b) Both are slightly wilting.
(c) A brightness in colour.
(d) Both smell of spring.

5. Who chose Granny Weatherwax to become a witch?
(a) Biddy Spective.
(b) Nanny Gripes.
(c) The elves.
(d) She chose herself.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who calls Magrat a girl?

2. What does the second witch keep for a pet?

3. What gives away the intent of the elves?

4. How do the wizards entertain themselves during the coach ride?

5. Who does King Verence II want to be Poet Laureate?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens when Magrat goes to see Verence?

2. Who discovers the fate of William Scrope?

3. What news is presented to the elf queen?

4. What convinces Ridcully to attend the distant wedding?

5. Why is the girl in the flashback skeptical about the woman in the stones?

6. How does Nanny influence the outcome of the duel?

7. Why does the Librarian have to wear a collar?

8. How does Nanny know that Granny is not dead?

9. What does Ridcully focus on as he recounts his time in Lancre?

10. Why does Granny confront Diamanda?

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