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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. Who says the godchild's name is John?

2. Who admits to luring Nanny to the castle?

3. Which of these is not a witch in this story?

4. What near accident proves to Granny that public opinion about witches is changing?

5. Who says that magic is something that one should use less, rather than more, as one grows more experienced?

Short Essay Questions

1. When Magrat suggests they get the help of more witches to control Felmet and his rumors about witches, Nanny says no. For what reason does Nanny say no?

2. How does the Fool first meet Magrat?

3. What convinces Granny to meddle in political affairs?

4. What are Felmet's worries shortly after taking over the throne?

5. Why does the ghost king Verence trap Nanny's cat in the castle?

6. What do the witches think about Vitoller?

7. What does Felmet point out to Granny when she suggests he abdicate the throne?

8. Discuss Tomjon's first words. How old was he? What did he say?

9. What obstacles must the Fool and Magrat overcome in order to become a couple?

10. How does Granny explore on Hogswatchnight, and what does she discover?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Name and define the five types of conflict. Which conflict prevailed in this novel? Explain the conflict in detail, using both the definition and examples from Wyrd Sisters.

Essay Topic 2

What is a motif? Specifically discuss two motifs in Wyrd Sisters.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the differences between static and dynamic characters in literature. Specifically discuss Granny and Felmet. Identify which was static and which was dynamic, and discuss how each character fits the definition.

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