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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. How many Fair Folk have disappear in search of what is stolen from them?

2. What is the name of the first king that Taran visits on his quest?

3. Who retrieves the item that Kaw stole from Fflewdar?

4. Who rescues the King from the water?

5. How do the travelers finally get into the evil compound of the robber?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is so special about the mirror that Taran is sent to find?

2. Where is the first place that Taran goes when he leaves on his mission and why?

3. What does the king ask of Taran after the dispute is settled, and what was Taran's response?

4. How is King Smoit saved from the river?

5. Where does Morda get the necklace that he has?

6. Why is Doli sitting in the bushes the way he is when Llylan found him?

7. What is the final punishment given to Lord Goryon and Lord Gast for their unlawful dispute?

8. What is stolen from the Fair Folk, and why is this so important?

9. Where do Taran and Gurgi get help when they find trouble in the Valley Cantrevs?

10. Why does Taran not stay to help the farmer in the Cantrevs Valley?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Power and Greed are two common themes in this book. Where do they appear, and how do they differ in their manifestations?

Essay Topic 2

Belonging and security are two themes present in this novel. Where does these themes appear, and which characters are most motivated by them?

Essay Topic 3

Sacrifice is a theme that is very prevalent in this book. Who are the characters most affected by this theme, and how do they allow sacrifice to change their lives?

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