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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Anodos notice about the water in the huge basin in which he swims?
(a) The water has a hypnotic fragrance.
(b) The water disappears when he touches it, but returns when he no longer touches it.
(c) The water seems to float above the surface of the basin.
(d) The water is the purest he's ever seen.

2. What does Anodos acquire from the source of the woman's voice to defend himself against the Ash?
(a) A troop of fairies.
(b) A magic chant.
(c) A candle.
(d) A protective garland.

3. How does Anodos awaken the stone maiden?
(a) He pours a magic potion on her.
(b) He kisses her.
(c) He sings.
(d) He recites an ancient incantation.

4. What thought comforts Anodos when he worries the Ash may be searching for him?
(a) The young girl told him that the Ash is dying.
(b) The young girl told him the magic words to defend himself against the Ash.
(c) The young girl told him that the Ash fell over.
(d) The young girl told him that the Ash took a path away from him.

5. What is growing from the carpet in Anodos' room?
(a) Water lilies.
(b) Seaweed.
(c) Daisies.
(d) Tall grass.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the crimson hall, where does the white lady appear as Anodos sings?

2. In the story Anodos retells about women with wings, what happens to the woman who finds a snowdrop flower?

3. After Anodos meets the young girl, where does she go?

4. What feeling does Anodos have as he moves through the forest after seeing the flowers?

5. According to the woman Anodos meets at the farmhouse, what does he have in common with other men who have passed by the farmhouse as they leave the forest?

(see the answer key)

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