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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. What does Sebell think when he hears of the theft of the queen egg in Nabol?
2. Who are Meer and Talla?
3. What creatures attempt to attack Piemur's baby fire lizard shortly after it hatches?
4. Who frets the most over Piemur's disappearance?
5. What do the people of Nabol use to mask the smell of Lord Meron's chambers?
Short Essay Questions
1. What is different about the plants on the Southern Continent as opposed to the rest of Pern?
2. How does Sebell feel when he figures out that the drudge people are looking for is Piemur?
3. Why is feeding a fire lizard hatchling as soon as it hatches important?
4. Describe how Sebell and Piemur are able to infiltrate Nabol.
5. What does Piemur find trapped under a female runner beast's corpse?
6. How do the people of Nabol react to the news of Deckter being named heir to the city?
7. How does Piemur feel when he learns that Lord Meron has more than his fair share of fire lizards?
8. What does Piemur do when he sees the six fire lizard egg pots in Lord Meron's room?
9. Why does Piemur fight wherries in Chapter 8?
10. Describe what Sebell sees in the courtyard of Nabol.
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Piemur is so desperate for a fire lizard egg that he steals one from Lord Meron. When his egg hatches, it ends up being the most prized of all fire lizard types, a golden queen. Write an essay that takes a side as to whether or not Piemur was justified in his theft. Explore his motives and ideas and include them in your writing. Provide examples from the novel to support your argument.
Essay Topic 2
The emotional bond between a fire lizard and its owner is complex and strong. When it is time for a female to mate, the owner can feel her desire and strength. Write an essay that explores the bond that a fire lizard and its owner share in Dragondrums. List the different feelings the pair can experience together. Detail how the bond works and why it is significant. Explain your rationale by providing examples from the novel.
Essay Topic 3
Dragons and fire lizards are creatures of wonder in the world of Pern. In Dragondrums many characters own lizards or fly dragons. Write an essay that explores the world of fire lizards and dragons. Think of the different ways these creatures are used to the benefit of their owners. Include examples of situations in which a fire lizard or dragon is important or life saving. How do fire lizards and dragons fit into this particular fantasy theme? Explain your rationale by providing examples from the novel.
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