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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Joffrey choke on?

2. With what weapon does Tyrion kill his father?

3. What does Nymeria pull out of the river?

4. How does Jaime react to the news of Joffrey's death?

5. Who takes Sansa into his home after Joffrey's murder?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the cycle of vengeance present in the novel. How does revenge differ from justice? Do the characters find revenge productive and fulfilling?

Essay Topic 2

Describe the family alliances that exist in the novel. What is the purpose of these alliances, and how do they establish trust among the characters? How are alliances formed among families? What repercussions exist for those who break alliances with other family groups?

Essay Topic 3

Of what importance are vows in the novel? Which vows among the characters must be kept, and which can be broken and mended again? How is the significance of vows and personal promises related to the literacy level of the characters in the novel?

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