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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 happens when Eragon rides Saphira for the first time?

2. What does Saphira do after they are in the air explaining that it is what she will do if under attack?

3. What started the war between the elves and the dragons?

4. What does Brom hand Eragon when they make camp and tell him to defend himself with?

5. What does Saphira tell Eragon when he explains that he killed the Urgals?

Short Essay Questions

1. In the chapter titled "An Old Friend" describe what Brom says is the best way to help keep Roran safe?

2. Describe Eragon's dream while he was passed out?

3. What makes Eragon decide to bury the stone?

4. What happens as Eragon is taking his uncle the last of the way into town?

5. What does Eragon notice when he looks in the mirror in the chapter "The Witch and the Werecat?"

6. What does Brom tell Eragon about the first Dragon Rider?

7. Describe Eragon's first flight on Saphira.

8. What is Angela able to tell Eragon about his future when she reads the dragon bones?

9. Describe the relationship between the Shade and the Urgals.

10. Why does Brom tell Eragon that he must be careful while tracking the Ra'zac that killed Garrow?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Eragon and Saphira share a bond and care deeply for each other. Saphira worries about Eragon's safety and he continually worries for her. Explain the concern that each feels for the other. Is one more reasonable to worry about the other? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Eragon and Saphira are the two main characters. Describe Eragon's character. Describe Saphira's character. Would the relationship have seemed different if Saphira had been male? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Murtagh isn't willing to let the Twins into his mind. Explain what he likely meant when he said that his mind is the last sanctuary he has? Would Murtagh ever have consented to letting the Twins into his mind? Is it understandable that the Varden are so careful and protective?

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