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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. Merlin says that he tends to forget things of ____________ past.

2. Who has befriended Merlin?

3. To where does Dinias invite Merlin?

4. Who has been presumed dead since the discovery of Cerdic's body?

5. What is Merlin told to do after his vision?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Ulfin go to Belasius to tell him that Merlin needs a new pony?

2. What happens after Merlin escapes?

3. What does Merlin say when the men ask him for his name?

4. Describe a typical day in Sergontium when Merlin and the rest go there.

5. What does Merlin witness when he goes to the island in the bay?

6. What does Galapas do when Merlin asks him to show him how to see visions?

7. Why was the man killed, according to Belasius?

8. Merlin wanted to go to Sergontium, but his father thought he was too weak. How did Merlin talk his father into letting him go?

9. What happens with Merlin's pony?

10. What has Merlin been learning as his has spent his time in Less Britain with Ambrosius?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

At many times, Merlin seems to work "magic" on others through his words and not through physical or magical trickery.

Part 1 -Describe the way in which Merlin battles with Marric and Hanno on the boat.

Part 2 - How does Merlin use words to save himself?

Part 3 - In what others ways does Merlin use his wits to save his life? Describe specific examples from the novel.

Essay Topic 2

The images of the dragons are common in this story. They offer signs, omens, and information to those who are looking for them or who are knowledgeable about their meaning.

Part 1 - Give three examples of dragon symbols in this story.

Part 2 - Describe the significance of each of the dragon symbols you've chosen.

Part 3 - What are your thoughts as to the relevance of the dragon as a major symbol. What does the dragon stand for?

Essay Topic 3

Merlin is a curious creature in this novel from beginning to end. And at times, this is not a good quality to have.

Part 1 - Describe one way in which Merlin's curiosity helps him. What happens? What actions does he take and what is the result?

Part 2 - Describe one time in which Merlin's curiosity hurts him? What happens? What actions does he take and what is the result?

Part 3 - Does Merlin's curiosity seem to be a bad or a good thing? Support your answer.

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