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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. How did Menolly almost lose Rocky and Diver on a previous visit to the cove at Southern?

2. What color are Sharra's eyes?

3. Why is Jaxom so sick that Ruth has to call for help?

4. How long does Jaxom have to keep his eyes closed after being so sick?

5. How far back does Jaxom have to go to find D'ram?

Short Essay Questions

1. After Stupid eats all the grass in the area, how is more grass obtained for him?

2. Why does Lord Groghe invite Sebell and N'ton to speak with him?

3. Why do the dragonriders want land in the South?

4. Why is the watchdragon angry when Menolly and Jaxom go to Benden Weyr to tell them they have found D'ram?

5. What do Piemur, Jaxom, and Sharra dream about the night they found the fire-lizard clutch?

6. In what ways is Stupid a clever beast?

7. What other types of camps are being built on the Southern Continent?

8. What does Jaxom remember about his and Ruth's arrival at the cove after they fought Thread?

9. What unusual features of the Southern Continent has Piemur seen and experienced?

10. Why at the beginning of Chapter 13, does Ruth wonder if Jaxom feels better?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss how Jaxom comes of age in "The White Dragon." Use examples from the book.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss why there is a conflict between Jaxom and Toric and whether or not it is resolved. Use examples from "The White Dragon."

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast the relationship between dragon and rider and how this bond affects their lives. Use examples from the book.

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