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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Li's son was allied with which of the following groups?

2. Master Li uses his skill to write on which of the following?

3. What is the term used for a strolling musician?

4. The guide says that he has heard tales of ___ wandering in the desert.

5. What animals attacked in the mountains?

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 eternal and immortal, how were they created?

Essay Topic 2

Fairies are magical creatures that appear in a wide variety of art forms from literature to paintings and movies. Discuss fairies. What are some famous fairies? Do you have a favorite? Where do fairies come from? Where do they live? What kinds of powers do fairies have?

Essay Topic 3

Gaiman uses many metaphors in his writing, some of which are quite subtle. Choose at least three strong metaphors and three subtle metaphors for use in discussion. What do you think prompts Gaiman to utilize metaphors? Which are the most obvious to you? Are some metaphors and references too obscure for the general public? Explain.

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