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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. On what can you not build politics?

2. What does Bijaz sense?

3. What do Hayt and Alia realize about each other?

4. What will the conspiracy members feel if they do not act quickly?

5. What dangerous thing does Alia do?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Alia regret about her life?

2. Who does Edric fear more than Paul? Why?

3. Describe the typical man of the Qizarate.

4. Describe the negotiations between Paul and Mohiam.

5. What does Paul say about people's preferences in government?

6. What weapon is used against Paul and his men? What is its effect?

7. Why does Chani want to kill Irulan?

8. What goes through Mohiam's mind on her way to see Paul?

9. Describe Paul's feelings toward Chani in this chapter.

10. How is Paul trying to split the conspiracy?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay describing the cultural influences from old human civilizations that can be seen in the novel. Be sure to address

1) Political influences.

2) Language.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay that details the plot to bring down Paul Atreides. Be sure to address:

1) The characters involved in the plot, and the reasons each of them has for wanting to harm Paul.

2) Strengths and weaknesses of the conspiracy.

3) How you would have changed the plan to destroy Paul's empire.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay that comprehensively describes the family tree of Paul Atreides. Be sure to include:

1) Information regarding the place each character on the tree was born and grew up.

2) Interesting details regarding the genetic or blood origin of characters.

3) Strengths and failings of each character.

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