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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. In Chapter 7, as Caspian is getting ready to give his speech at the beginning of the council, what interrupts him?

2. In Chapter 7, what persuades Caspian to blow Susan's horn?

3. As the Pevensies and Trumpkin descend a steep trail down to the gorge in Chapter 11, which member complains the most?

4. What species is Wimbleweather?

5. Who challenges Trumpkin to a fencing match in Chapter 8?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why do the Narnians decide to go to Aslan's How in Chapter 7?

2. Following the tussle in the Chapter 12 where Nikabrik and his companions attack Caspian, what is Caspian's opinion of Nikabrik?

3. Describe the werewolf who attends the council with Nikabrik and Caspian in Chapter 12.

4. Describe the terrain the Pevensies and Trumpkin travel over near the gorge of the Rush in Chapter 10?

5. Why is Nikabrik initially prejudice against Doctor Cornelius?

6. How does Susan feel when she can finally see Aslan in Chapter 11?

7. As Caspian awaits the council at Dancing Lawn in Chapter 7, how is his daily life different from what he is accustomed to at Miraz's castle?

8. What are the first words Aslan speaks to Edmund?

9. When the Pevensies and Trumpkin fall under attack in Chapter 10 and have to retreat the way they came, how does Lucy respond?

10. Describe Aslan's How as it is related in Chapter 7.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

In many ways, King Miraz serves as the character foil to Caspian. Use specific examples from the book to illustrate how their characterizations are in antithesis to each other and how these characterizations are strengthened when shown in contrast with each other.

Essay Topic 3

One of the strongest literary tools employed by Lewis in Prince Caspian is foreshadowing. Give examples of where Lewis has employed foreshadowing and discuss in detail how this use of foreshadowing furthered the plot, developed character, or strengthened a theme.

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