Make sure you've read the book before attempting to answer the questions. Print a copy of this assignment when you are finished.
Here's an excerpt to help with your review of the story.
The High King
Alexander, Lloyd
Readability: 6
Newbery Award
Main Characters: Taran and Eilonwy
Setting: The legendary land of Pyrdain
"The wolves had done their work well. The outlaws, large in numbers, lay slain on
the forest floor. Eilonwy had retrieved her bauble through the wolves' help. As she cupped
it in her hands, the golden rays shed light on a huge wolf."
This is a story which grew from Welh legend. It is an attempt to make a land of fantasy
have some impact upon the world of reality. Great battles were fought with good, the forces of Taran, nearly being defeated by evil, the forces of Lord Annuvin, The Death Lord. Large
masses of men and animals for good were mustered to overcome these evils and sustain Taran
as High King in Prydain and Eilonwy as the new Queen. But now only the bards know the truth
of these tales, for time has changed man and all the promised tasks have been accomplished.
Questions:
1. What is the main theme of the story?
2. What wish did Eilonwy make so that she could remain with Taran?
3. What words were written on the last page of The Book of Three?
4. What was Taran's official title at first?
5. How would you react to a task if you were defeated time and again as Taran was?
Explain what could make a difference to you in your struggle.
