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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. When are the brothers instructed to use the gifts from Allanon?

2. What would happen to the group if they were not protected against the Sphynxes?

3. Who fought with the Dwarves in the second great war?

4. What gift did Allanor give the brothers?

5. Where have the scouts near the mountains set a trap for the group?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Allanon learn about Shea's fate after they leave the Hall of the Kings?

2. What happens when the group gets to the Druid's Keep?

3. What is the history of the Sword of Shannara?

4. How does Balinor suggest getting through the pass of Jade?

5. What does Balinor tell Shea about Allanon?

6. What are the Skull Bearers?

7. Who does the stranger at the beginning of the book say he is, and how does Flick's family respond to this?

8. What helps the group maintain their will as they travel through the Hall of the Kings?

9. What does Balinor say when he arrives at the inn?

10. How are the travelers able to defeat the Marsh Wraith?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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

Essay Topic 2

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

Essay Topic 3

How did Keltset die, and what did this reveal about his character? How did this death affect the characters who witnessed it?

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