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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. Why does Matt take some of Kira's belongings in Chapter 5?

2. What does the headquarters of the Council of Guardians resemble?

3. Where is Kira's father in Chapter 1?

4. Who cuts Vandara off midway through her accusation?

5. What does Vandara tell Kira in Chapter 2?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Matt attempt to help Kira during the trial?

2. How does Kira react to the indoor plumbing in her room?

3. What is the significance of the bar of soap in Chapter 10?

4. Why does Jamison bring out the Singer's robe and question Kira about her embroidery skills?

5. Describe what readers know about Kira after reading Chapter 1.

6. What type of living conditions is Kira used to before she moves to the Edifice?

7. What accusations does Vandara bring against Kira before the Council of Guardians?

8. Describe Kira's experience with the beasts in Chapter 11.

9. What comforts Kira on her first night away from home?

10. What are Kira's options for defense during the trial?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Which character symbolizes hope in the novel, and why? How is this character used by the guardians? What does Kira plan to do for this character in the future? How is Kira a guardian of hope for her people?

Essay Topic 2

Describe the forms of communication that have replaced writing in Kira's society. How have these forms of communication altered the education, history, and government of Kira's people? How will their continued use affect the future of Kira's people?

Essay Topic 3

How does Kira's disability affect her status in society? What strength will she need to develop in order to survive in her village? What talents does Kira have and how can she use them for survival?

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