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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. What is the alternate name used for the would-be helper?

2. Who decides to stay behind as everyone else is leaving the port in the storm?

3. What part of Cluracan's anatomy is in danger?

4. How long did Robert wander through the strange place before finding a person to whom he could talk?

5. The character went wandering through the city looking for what?

Short Essay Questions

1. What do the stranded travelers do while the storm rages outside?

2. Explain how Robert came to be on the mystical train and where he ended up as a final destination.

3. How long does Robert stay in the city? What does he learn about its existence?

4. How long has it been since Cluracan visited Aurelian? What is the condition of the city when he arrives?

5. Explain the regime of the city and how the rulers are viewed by Cluracan.

6. What is Mairon's political stance? How is the ruler viewed by his people?

7. Describe the tale told by Gaheris regarding the main character. What was unusual about the character?

8. What does Brant learn about the inn? What does he learn about the storm?

9. Who does Brant meet when he leaves the great room to find a restroom?

10. Where is Cluracan from and why is he sent away?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the origin of the Endless. Some say that the characters have always existed and therefore are immortal and eternal. What is your opinion on the subject? Do you think the family is actually "Endless?" Where do you think they came from? If they are eternal and immortal, how were they created?

Essay Topic 2

There are many references to the dead or undead throughout the book. Why do you think that is the case? Do you think it has to do with the nature of the characters, the story, or as a vehicle to introduce and utilize the Endless? Do you think the use of the undead is effective? How do living characters interact with those that have died? How would you feel if you met the undead in a local restaurant or inn?

Essay Topic 3

Write a detailed character description for each Endless character that appears in the book. Choose your favorite and explain why you prefer that specific character.

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