The Once and Future King Quiz

In the selection from The Once and Future King, to what special problem does the King’s death lead?

• It forces the animals of the forest to visit Wart.

• It leaves Pellinore overwhelmed with confusion.

• It drives Merlin to leave Sir Ector’s household suddenly.

• It leaves everyone uncertain who will be the next king.

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What are two reasons Kay wants to travel to London in the selection from The Once and Future King?

• to meet with old friends

• to take part in the tournament

• to be knighted by the King of England

• to try to pull the sword from the stone

• to humiliate Wart for acting above his station

Which of the following best describes Wart’s attitude as he pulls the sword from the stone in the selection from The Once and Future King?

• He is uneasy and confused while holding the sword.

• He is proud that only he can remove the sword from the stone.

• He is unaware of the significance of being able to pull out the sword.

• He is afraid that someone will suddenly realize that he has stolen the sword.

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In the selection from The Once and Future King, how does Sir Ector react when Kay tells him that he pulled the sword from the stone?

• He becomes angry and calls Kay a liar.

• He calls Kay king and kneels before him.

• He asks Kay to promise he is telling the truth.

• He dismisses Kay’s claim as a child’s exaggeration.

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In the selection from The Once and Future King, how does Wart feel when Sir Ector kneels before him?

• He is sad to be losing his family.

• He is excited to be the future king.

• He is frightened of what the future holds.

• He is uncomfortable with the shift in their roles.

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Which is the best definition of a fléchette?

• a shield

• a dartboard

• a book of verses

• a case for a sword or knife

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      Which of the following would most likely be used during jousts?

• maps and compasses

• horses and lances

• bows and arrows

• nets and traps

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Which is the best definition of a scabbard?

• a large piece of rock

• a sheath used to hold a sword

• a tool used for gathering food

• a disease that afflicts older people

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Part A Which answer gives the main theme conveyed by the selection from The Once and Future King?

• A good person is helpful to others.

• Those who are honest will gain respect.

• People can be called to greatness unexpectedly.

• Everyone is worthy of equal rights and respect.

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Part B Which detail from the selection best supports the answer to Part A?

• Wart swallows his resentment and goes to find Kay’s sword.

• Sir Ector and Kay acknowledge Wart as their rightful king.

• Kay admits that it was Wart, not he, who pulled out the sword.

• Wart, an unimportant young squire, is designated king of Britain.

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