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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. Who do the people of the town care more for as their leader?

2. What is Theseus' house called?

3. Who is Theseus' mentor?

4. What is the name of the man who kills Theseus' friend?

5. Of what city is Theseus' mother the chief priestess?

Short Essay Questions

1. Define the relationship between Theseus and Xanthos.

2. Analyze the relationship between Theseus and Aigeus at their first meeting.

3. Compare two events where Theseus is somewhat harsh in his mannerisms.

4. Describe two things that Theseus and Dexios encounter on Isthmus Road.

5. Explain why Theseus becomes angry with his mother after she tells him to lift the stone.

6. Recall what happens when Theseus meets Aigeus for the first time.

7. Evaluate Theseus' actions, concentrating on how much he has matured as king.

8. Evaluate how Theseus feels about women, giving two examples.

9. Describe how Xanthos tries to undermine Theseus after the first battle.

10. Describe the relationship between Theseus and Kannadis, concentrating on how Kannadis helps Theseus to understand Poseidon.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Ariadne is an important character in The King Must Die, and her relationship with Theseus is important in the story.

Choose either topic 1 or 2 to write about:

1) Compare and contrast the characters of Ariadne and Theseus. How are they similar? How are they different?

2) What do you think would have happened if Ariadne had not been in the story? Would the outcome have changed? Cite examples to show Ariadne's influence on Theseus.

Essay Topic 2

The King Must Die is based on the legend of Theseus.

Part 1) How different would the story be if it was written just like the legend?

Part 2) Which version do you prefer and why?

Part 3) Do you think the legend could be true, or what aspects of the story do you believe to be true?

Essay Topic 3

The connection between Theseus and Poseidon is essential to the plot of the book, because Poseidon affects Theseus' entire life. Describe the connection between Poseidon and Theseus, and cite examples from the book. Describe attributes that Theseus has gained from his connection to Poseidon. Explain how Poseidon has affected Theseus' life, and cite several examples from the book.

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