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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Ged have to know ancient names of objects?
(a) He must know an object's ancient name to control it with a spell
(b) He must know their name to move onto the next year at school.
(c) He must know their names to read spells
(d) He must know their names because everyone at the school speaks in the ancient language

2. Why does Ged repeat the dragon's name?
(a) It makes the dragon trust him
(b) It reduces the dragon's power
(c) He likes its sound
(d) It raises the dragon slayer's spirit

3. With which of the boys does Ged become good friends?
(a) Jasper
(b) Toady
(c) Vetch
(d) Freddie

4. What does Ged do for Pechvarry's son in the end?
(a) Reduce his fever.
(b) Hold his hand.
(c) Stop his soul from going to hell.
(d) Find him a more comfortable bed

5. Where does Ogion say Ged can go?
(a) A wizard school on the island of Roke
(b) To his friend, another great wizard.
(c) Nowhere.
(d) Back home to his village

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the dragon initially refuse to deal with Ged?

2. What does Ged think the islanders are doing by responding to him in riddles?

3. What is the new Archmage's name?

4. What does Ged want to study?

5. With whom is Ged sent to study?

Short Essay Questions

1. What do you think the differences are between a town witch and a wizard?

2. Do you think Duny's Aunt initially sets out to use him?

3. Is it significant that the shadow appears immediately after Ged has tried to help the dying child?

4. Why does Le Guin present a wizard's name as so important?

5. Why do you think Duny receives his new name on his 13th birthday?

6. Do you think Ogion understands Ged's needs?

7. What do you think the shadow represents to Ged?

8. What part has tradition, ancient artifacts, and ancient languages played in the story so far?

9. How is pride proving Ged's biggest obstacle?

10. Do you think Duny has anything that initially sets him out from others?

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