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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is NOT one of the signs listed among the signs that Alys's health is declining?
(a) She is increasingly bent over.
(b) Her eyesight dims.
(c) Her memory begins to fail her.
(d) She walks very slowly.

2. What activity does Einar teach Claire how to do with a rope?
(a) To lasso objects.
(b) To construct a hammock.
(c) To secure her position on the cliff.
(d) To tie different types of knots.

3. How old are the three best friends Delwyth, Bethan, and Eira at the time of Claire's arrival in the village?
(a) Ten.
(b) Eight.
(c) Six.
(d) Four.

4. What pieces of clothing does Alys stitch from an animal hide so that Claire can keep warm in the winter?
(a) A jacket and scarf.
(b) Gloves and boots.
(c) A vest and boots.
(d) A hat and gloves.

5. What type of animal inspires the greatest fear in Claire once she arrives in the village?
(a) Birds.
(b) Cows.
(c) Mice.
(d) Frogs.

Short Answer Questions

1. With what tool had Trademaster hacked off half of each of Einar's feet after Einar had refused to trade with him?

2. What reason does Claire give for refusing to leave the village by boat?

3. What objects does Claire use to stop the bleeding of her wound?

4. What reason does Claire give Alys for why her community had chosen to eradicate feelings of love in its citizens?

5. What is the one detail of Claire's arrival in the village that remains constant over time?

Short Essay Questions

1. What examples of Einar's father's abuse within Einar's story involve Alys?

2. What is Claire's solution for quelling her fear of animals?

3. What does Einar name as his primary strategy in surviving the abuse at his father's hand?

4. What is revealed about the relationship of Old Benedikt and Alys?

5. What does Alys tell Claire about the power of scent?

6. What is the relationship between Alys and Old Benedikt?

7. What does Claire decide to do in order to regain her lost memories?

8. What is the reason for Bryn's falling into despair and how does Alys try to help?

9. What exercises does Einar give Claire to do until the winter is over?

10. How is Trademaster's appearance described in the narrative?

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