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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 Jaxom first gets firestone, from where will he obtain it?

2. Before Menolly joined the Harper hall, where was her home?

3. From what hold did Brand, the steward, come from?

4. To whom is Brand dispensing discipline when Jaxom goes to his office in Chapter 4?

5. What color are Corana's eyes?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is decided to help Jaxom not feel so isolated?

2. Why do the fire-lizards upset Ruth in Chapter 6?

3. How are those on the Southern Continent protected from Thread?

4. Why did D'ram call a meeting after the hatching at Benden Weyr?

5. Why doesn't the prospect of being confirmed as Lord Holder please Jaxom in Chapter 4?

6. What is decided will be done to keep fire-lizards under control at Benden?

7. Why does Menolly request that Jaxom and Ruth take her to the hatching?

8. What excuse does Jaxom use to return to Fidello's hold?

9. How was Ramoth's egg stolen?

10. What does Mnementh tell Ramoth when she won't let any of the candidates impress?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast Menolly's relationship with Robinton and her relationship with Sebell. Use examples from the novel.

Essay Topic 2

Robinton believes "There's a way to solve every problem." Discuss how this motto describes Robinton's approach to various problems that are encountered in the novel.

Essay Topic 3

When Jaxom stands up for himself one morning at breakfast, he is given some of the authority that he will have as a Lord Holder. Explain how the authority that Jaxom is given solves some problems and creates others in his life.

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