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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. Who breaks the polished bone?

2. Where does the man with Taran's horse say he got the horse from when Taran confronts him?

3. What do the people Taran visits first on his quest want in return?

4. Where is Morda's life force?

5. What does Taran see around the robber's neck when he awakes in the evil compound?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Taran do with the stone from Morda's necklace, and why is this surprising?

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

3. What does Taran suggest King Smoit do instead of his usual punishment to Goryon and Gast, and why?

4. What does Llylan find in the bushes after their encounter with Kaw?

5. What does Morda's necklace give him power to do?

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

7. How is King Smoit saved from the river?

8. What does the polished bone turn out to be?

9. What favor does Taran ask of the King when the disputing lords are seen, and why does King Smoit grant this favor?

10. How do the poor farmer and his wife in Cantrevs lose their son?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Many different characters in this book are persuaded to do things that they would not have done of their own accord. What are some of these instances, and how does persuasion affect the course of the plot?

Essay Topic 2

Taran endures many different trials before the end of the book. What are some of these trials and what lessons does he learn through these experiences?

Essay Topic 3

Fear is a common theme in this book that is presented a number of times by a number of characters. What are some of these instances, and how does fear affect the characters in the book?

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