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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. Where do the Three Bulgy Bears live?

2. What do the Pevensie children do for drinking water when they first land on the island?

3. When Caspian awakens in Chapter 5, what does Nikabrik want to do to him?

4. In Chapter 3, why is the Dwarf initially uneasy in the castle ruins?

5. Why does Prince Caspian dislike Queen Prunaprismia?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 6, for what reason does Trufflehunter suppose that the Trees have gone into a deep sleep?

2. Describe the treasure room as the Pevensie children find it in Chapter 2.

3. What is the difference between a Black Dwarf and a Red Dwarf?

4. Why does Trufflehunter believe it is appropriate for Prince Caspian to become King over Narnia?

5. Describe the first impression the children have of the island as described in Chapter 1.

6. How did Doctor Cornelius procure Susan's horn?

7. What do the Pevensie children find to the worst part of sleeping out of doors in Chapter 3?

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

9. As the Dwarf begins his story in Chapter 3, why are the Pevensie children confused?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

Throughout Prince Caspian, there are several journeys made by different characters. Discuss at least two specific journeys and how they could be viewed as extended metaphors for character development of the characters who undertake these journeys.

Essay Topic 3

Throughout the novel, Prince Caspian, C.S. Lewis has several prominent animal characters that have very specific and unique human attributes. Write an essay that describes two or more of these characters and illustrates how they have taken on human-like characterizations. Also address why C.S. Lewis would have given them these characterizations and how they are effective in adding to the overall creation of the mythical land of Narnia.

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