Exploring Chapter 13 of The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe

In this chapter, Edmund is captured by the Witch and the Dwarf, who plan to use him to thwart a prophecy. Aslan's forces rescue Edmund, but the Witch uses magic to escape. Aslan speaks with Edmund, offering forgiveness and reconciliation. The Witch demands Edmund's life, citing ancient magic, but Aslan negotiates with her, ensuring Edmund's safety.

What does the Witch plan to do with Edmund initially?

• Make him a king

• Use him for bargaining

• Send him back home

• Turn him into stone

Who arrives to rescue Edmund just as the Witch is about to kill him?

• A rescue party

• His siblings

• The Dwarf

• Aslan

How do the Witch and the Dwarf escape after the rescue party arrives?

• They run into the forest

• They disguise themselves as a stump and a boulder

• They fly away

• They turn invisible

What is the first thing Mrs. Beaver tells the children in the morning?

• The Witch is coming

• Edmund has been rescued

• They need to leave

• Aslan is in danger

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What does Aslan tell the children about discussing Edmund's past actions?

• They should ask him for details

• They should punish him

• They should forget about it

• They should remind him often

What does the Witch's dwarf request from Aslan?

• A safe conduct for the Witch to speak with Aslan

• A duel with Aslan

• To take Edmund back

• To join Aslan's side

What condition does Aslan set for the Witch's safe conduct?

• She must come alone

• She must leave her wand behind

• She must apologize

• She must bring a gift

How do the children feel when they see the Witch for the first time?

• Excited

• Indifferent

• Terrified

• Happy

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What does the Witch claim about Edmund during her meeting with Aslan?

• He is her son

• He should be king

• He belongs to her as a traitor

• He is innocent

What is Aslan's reaction when the Witch questions the promise?

• He roars loudly

• He laughs

• He ignores her

• He agrees with her