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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. Azaremoth guards a man chained to a rock. What is the second part of Azaremoth's name?

2. Life might have turned out more piquant, with a little extra cream in it if only there had been _______on the sandwich.

3. What do the Ephebians uncover beneath Tsortean flagstones?

4. After transporting out of Tsort, what do Eric and Rincewind notice is absent from their mouths?

5. What is Eric disappointed not to find in Hell?

Short Essay Questions

1. How is Astfgl instrumental in the ending of his own reign?

2. What is Duke Vassanego's plan to overthrow Astfgl?

3. Why is Lavaeolus' parting phrase to Rincewind in Tsort the saddest thing Eric has ever heard?

4. Describe Lavaeolus.

5. How does the large treadmill fit in with Astfgl's hell?

6. What is surprising about what Eric wants to be when he grows up?

7. What brings about the destruction of Tsort?

8. Describe Hell's demons.

9. How is Eric's third wish fulfilled?

10. Describe Lavaeolus' reunion with Rincewind and Eric.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Identify the strategic use of names in the novel. What do the names mean? Describe how names fit the nature of the subject they name. What significance does their meaning add to what they name? Are any names used for comedic effect? What is deceptive about the characters with ordinary names in "Eric?"

Essay Topic 2

Determine if Rincewind is a moral character. Specify when he acts morally, and when he does not. How does Rincewind's choice negatively affect the character on the receiving end? How is it an act of kindness?

Essay Topic 3

Examine Rincewind's role as the main character.

Part One: Determine if Rincewind's role is that of a hero or an anti-hero. Use of examples of his actions to defend your stance.

Part Two: Is there a character, other than Rincewind, that makes a better hero than he? Explain the character's qualifying traits.

Part Three: Is there a clear antagonist to Rincewind's plight? Is the antagonist always the same character?

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