5. During Noree's discussion with Leto regarding Leto's coming death and the new way of life that will reign, Noree smiles at Leto and says that women can make decisions. What decision does Noree make?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Leto neglect to mention to Noree that he is ordering a replacement Idaho?

2. According to Moneo, why is this Idaho more foolish than the previous Idahos?

3. What happens when Siona accepts a ride from Leto and climbs onto his back?

4. On his way to meet Siona, Leto travels in the central Sareer. What does he do on the way to his meeting?

5. What is it about Noree that frightens Leto?

6. Why does Leto love dumping his body onto the sand?

7. Why did Noree survive at her embassy when her staff was killed, as well as the Face Dancers who were at the embassy?

8. Noree believes the prohibition against space travel is intended to keep people out of trouble, but Leto disagrees. Why does Leto continue to prohibition against space travel?

9. In regard to death, how are Ixians and Atreides different?

10. According to Leto, what is Siona's function?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Noree is introduced in the story as the new Ixian Ambassador.

a. Describe Noree in terms of her upbringing, her training, and her mission.

b. Compare and contrast Noree's mission from the Ixian point of view with her actual mission in Leto's court.

c. How does the evolving relationship between Leto and Noree affect Leto's relationship both positively and negatively with Ix?

Essay Topic 2

Describe the relationship between Leto and Noree. How is their relationship similar to other relationships? How is their relationship unique? Leto himself states that their marriage will not be a conventional marriage. Explain Leto's statement and use examples to support your answer.