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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. Why does the Dwarf agree to tell his story before the children relate their story in Chapter 3?

2. What reason does Susan give for missing the soldiers with her arrow in Chapter 3?

3. What race is Prince Caspian's tutor?

4. What race is Trufflehunter?

5. What causes Caspian to lose consciousness in Chapter 5?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 1, which Pevensie child tries to persuade the others to save their sandwiches and why?

2. Why doesn't Trufflehunter want to let the Ogre and Hag know about Caspian and invite them to join their force in Chapter 6?

3. What character trait are badgers known for, as described by Trufflehunter in Chapter 5?

4. Describe the appearance of Doctor Cornelius as given in Chapter 4.

5. How have Doctor Cornelius's ancestors survived the rule of the Telmarines?

6. Describe the Pevensie children's first impression of the castle ruins on the island.

7. In the beginning of Chapter 1, why are all of the Pevensie children feeling gloomy?

8. Describe the appearance of the soldiers in Chapter 3.

9. Why is Susan sad after they find the chessman in the castle ruins?

10. What magical power is attributed to Susan's horn?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is C.S. Lewis's writing style? Discuss both the mechanical aspect of his writing and his "voice" throughout the novel. Make sure to discuss the literary tools and devices he relies on most and what specific parts of the text reflect his voice.

Essay Topic 2

One recurrent theme in Prince Caspian is that of respect and reverence for authority figures such as Aslan, Miraz, the White Witch and the Pevensies. Using specific textual examples, compare and contrast at least two approaches or attitudes toward respect and reverence as demonstrated by specific characters. Discuss what, if any, overarching message C.S. Lewis is conveying about the importance or unimportance of respect and reverence.

Essay Topic 3

In Prince Caspian, Lewis utilizes the popular mythical figure of Bacchus as an important character in the end of the novel. Discuss how the myths of Bacchus as established in literature at large affect how his character is viewed in the book. Identify and discuss any inferences Lewis makes in the book to Bacchus's persona outside of the novel and what affect those inferences have upon the story.

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