Understanding The Thief: Chapters 1-7

Which of the following best describes how Gen is introduced in the first chapter of "The Thief"?

• As a respected nobleman

• As a prisoner in the king’s dungeon

• As a traveling merchant

• As a palace guard

What skill does Gen demonstrate that convinces the magus to take him out of prison?

• Sword fighting

• Storytelling

• Lock-picking

• Cooking

Which character is responsible for organizing the journey to find the ancient treasure?

• Sophos

• The magus

• Gen

• Ambiades

What is the main reason Gen agrees to go on the quest with the magus and his companions?

• He wants to become rich

• He is forced to go to avoid staying in prison

• He wants to help the king

• He is searching for his family

Which of the following best describes the relationship between Gen and Ambiades in the early chapters?

• They are close friends

• They are rivals and often argue

• They are brothers

• They ignore each other

What is the primary setting for the journey in chapters 1-7?

• The city of Sounis

• The king’s palace

• The countryside and mountains

• The sea

How does Gen’s attitude toward the magus change during the journey?

• He becomes more respectful

• He becomes more rebellious

• He ignores the magus completely

• He tries to escape from the magus

Which of the following best explains why the magus needs Gen’s help?

• Gen is the only one who knows the way to the treasure

• Gen is the only one who can read ancient languages

• Gen is the only one skilled enough to steal the treasure

• Gen is the king’s son

What evidence from the text suggests that Gen is clever and resourceful?

• He is able to escape from his cell

• He outsmarts the guards and picks locks

• He is the fastest runner in the group

• He is the strongest fighter

Which character is most suspicious of Gen’s motives during the journey?

• The magus

• Sophos

• Ambiades

• Pol