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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. In Chapter 4, when does Naranpa force the priesthood to gather at the foot of the bridge to Odo?

2. In Chapter 17, how long will Xiala stay up with the ship?

3. How many stories tall is the celestial tower in Tova?

4. What do the Teek call the sky?

5. In Chapter 8, how old is Serapio?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Lord Balam get Xiala released from jail and what does he offer her?

2. How do Adah and Eche take over Naranpa's meeting with the Sky Made matrons?

3. How does Serapio see what is happening in Chapter 7, and what does he see?

4. How does Naranpa believe Iktan is undermining her authority in Chapter 5?

5. Who does Xiala tell Serapio in Chapter 12 protects her?

6. In Chapter 4, why is the priesthood gathered at the foot of the bridge to Odo at sunrise?

7. What agreement do the great peoples make in the Treaty of Hokaia?

8. What does Ashk ask of Okoa in Chpater 18?

9. Why was Xiala afraid at first when she had first seen Serapio on the shore?

10. Who comes to Serapio in Chapter 6, and why?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Imagery is a literary device authors use to describe characters in a narrative and the world they inhabit. Imagery involves using the five senses to describe characters, places, and things. How does Roanhorse use imagery to help readers imagine the world where characters live in Black Sun?

Essay Topic 2

Serapio has learned to compensate for his blindness. How does Serapio use his senses to move about in his world? Why is he able to move about easily even in unfamiliar places?

Essay Topic 3

Cliffhangers are a literary device that leaves readers wondering what will happen next. How does Roanhorse use cliffhangers in Black Sun? How do cliffhangers create suspense?

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