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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 does Digory do that makes him long to taste the fruit?

2. What does the Cabby think has happened to them?

3. What gems are used to set the crowns?

4. What is the first event the travelers notice in the darkness?

5. What happens to the Cabby's voice as he speaks with Aslan?

Short Essay Questions

1. What will happen to the Witch now that she has eaten an apple?

2. In what way is the treatment of Uncle Andrew an example of poetic justice?

3. Why does Aslan call the Cabby's wife into Narnia?

4. What happens to the iron bar the Witch tore off the lamp-post?

5. Where do the dwarfs obtain the materials to make the crowns from?

6. Why is Uncle Andrew so frightened?

7. What signs show that some magic is being worked on the animals chosen by the Lion?

8. What are Pollly and Digory concerned about?

9. Why does Digory suggest that Polly use her ring to go home?

10. Why does Uncle Andrew try to steal Digory's green ring?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Digory is by far one of the most complex and developed characters in The Magician's Nephew, with a blend of good and bad motives. Explain the sides of his character more fully and state why he is considered to be more of a "good" character rather than an evil one.

1. Describe some examples of his actions that come from good motives

2. Describe some examples of his actions that come from bad motives

3. Describe what action or actions he takes that make him stand out clearly as a character on the side of goodness.

Essay Topic 2

The Magician's Nephew explores the theme of power, kingship and corruption. What points are raised by this text regarding this theme? Explain some ways that this theme is illustrated in the text and give examples.

Essay Topic 3

Jadis is referred to as being an evil witch. Is this view of her justified? State why or why not, and give examples to back your answer.

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