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A 15-year-old boy of unknown lineage called Eragon, finds a mysterious stone that weaves his life into an intricate tapestry of destiny, magic, and power, peopled with dragons, elves, and monsters. The plot contains profanity and violence.
Read one section at a time, then discuss the questions to review understanding. These questions are a starting place for conversation, not a complete test of the chapter.
Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Discovery
Comprehension questions
Describe Eragon and what happened to him in the glen of the forest.
Page 6 — 15-year-old boy; trying to kill a deer to feed his family through winter; will become a man at 16; uses a bow to hunt; the blue stone from the prologue appeared in the glen and he decided to take it with him
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Palancar Valley
Comprehension questions
Why didn’t Sloan want to take the stone as payment?
Page 18 — He found out it came from the Spine, where his wife died; he also wanted to give Eragon trouble
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Dragon Tales
Comprehension questions
What does the phrase on page 26 mean, “last year’s security has deserted us…”.
The traders felt secure and safe last year, but don’t feel that security with what is happening in the world.
Summarize Galbatorix’s history.
Page 31 — Galbatorix was a Rider and with friends flew far north where the urgals live. They attacked and his friends, their dragons, and his dragon were all killed. Galbatorix became mad and demanded a another dragon, but he was denied. He was mad in his mind and manipulated people to get what he wanted. He found another Rider, Morzan, who helped him steal a dragon hatchling and taught Morzan dark and forbidden magic. When Galbatorix’s dragon, Shruikan was fully grown he revealed himself to the world. With Morzan, he fought any Rider they met and became stronger after each kill. Twelve Riders joined Galbatorix and with Morzan, became known as the Thirteen Forsworn. He killed the leader of the Riders, Vrael, and pronounced himself king over all Alagaesia.
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Fate’s Gift
Comprehension questions
How exciting to learn the stone held a dragon. How would you feel if you were Eragon and saw the dragon standing in front of you?
Page 37 — Listen to your child’s answer
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How has the author prepared you to understand how significant this moment is for Eragon?
Page 37 — He has given us background; he told us about the Shade trying to steal the stone from the elf, learning about Gakbatorix’s rise to power, learning that Brom knows the story so well
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Awakening
Comprehension questions
What did Eragon learn about dragons in this chapter?
Page 46 — They grow quickly; they can reach out with their minds and communicate; powerful creatures; not just an animal
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Tea for Two
Comprehension questions
In what ways will Eragon’s dragon change him?
Page 54 — He’ll get pointed ears, live longer life, stronger body, keener mind, truer sight
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · A Name of Power
Comprehension questions
What name did Eragon and the dragon agree on?
Page 59 — Saphira
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · A Miller-to-Be
Comprehension questions
How do you know Eragon is upset with Roran leaving?
Page 60 — He is frustrated, doesn’t want to talk to anyone, hates limo in his throat
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Why is Eragon upset Roran is leaving?
Page 62 — He will miss him; they are like brothers
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Strangers in Carvahall
Comprehension questions
Why did Horst encourage Eragon to get rid of the blue stone?
Page 66 — Two strangers are in town looking for it
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What do you predict will happen in the next chapter?
Listen to your child’s answer
Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Flight of Destiny
Comprehension questions
Summarize this chapter.
Saphira was afraid of the strangers and flew with Eragon to the mountains. 70
Was your prediction from the last chapter correct?
Listen to your child’s answer
Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · The Doom of Innocence
Comprehension questions
What did Eragon find at the farm?
Page 79 — A burning barn; Garrow buried under rubble
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Who do you think causes so much destruction at the farm?
The strangers from town.
Why do you think that?
Page 79 — They were looking for Eragon and knew where to find him; Garrow was holding a piece of their clothing
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Deathwatch
Comprehension questions
Do you agree that Eragon should have lied about what happened on the farm? Why or why not?
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · The Madness of Life
Comprehension questions
Why did Eragon mourn in this chapter?
Page 90 — His uncle died; he had lost everyone, his parents and aunt and uncle
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · A Rider’s Blade
Comprehension questions
Who do you think Brom is?
Page 106 — Listen to your cup child’s answer
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Saddlemaking
Comprehension questions
Why is it wise for Eragon to stay with Brom?
Page 109 — Brom is wiser and more knowledgeable and can train Eragon
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Therinsford
Comprehension questions
Name two things that surprised Eragon in this chapter.
Page 116 — The man at the bridge demanded money to cross; Brom pick pocketed the man at the bridge; he was able to reach the minds of the horse
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Thunder Roar and Lightning Crackle
Comprehension questions
What obstacle did Eragon and Brom face on this chapter? Why was it so dangerous?
Page 126 — Elements; wind and rain were so strong it could have hurt Saphira
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Revelation at Yazuac
Comprehension questions
Summarize this chapter.
Page 129 — Brom and Eragon went into Yuazac and found the villagers had been murdered; they were attacked by two urgals and Eragon killed them
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Admonishments
Comprehension questions
List two things you learned about magic in this chapter.
Page 140 — Taught by elves, if you know the word, you can use it, the color of fire depends on the person, it takes strength and energy you have in your body, it is incredibly dangerous and can kill you
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Magic is the Simplest Thing
Comprehension questions
Why did Brom go to bed with bruises near the end of the chapter?
Page 150 — Because Eragon was growing stronger and would jot him when they sparred with sticks
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Daret
Comprehension questions
Why was Saphira so adamant Eragon ride on her the next day?
Page 158 — She was worried for his safety and that she wouldn’t be able to help him if he was on his horse
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Through a Dragon’s Eye
Comprehension questions
How did Saphira help Eragon get over his fear of flying with her?
Page 162 — She helped him see flying from her perspective
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · A Song for the Road
Comprehension questions
List two reasons why out is a good idea for Eragon to ride with Brom from now until they get into the city?
Page 172 — People won’t wonder why an old man is riding alone; they won’t wonder where Eragon came from if they saw him before and then again in the city
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · A Taste of Teirm
Comprehension questions
What information did Eragon and Brom learn in this chapter?
Page 173 — Ships have been getting attacked with certain goods; they aren’t sure who is attacking them; ships will go out and disappear
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · An Old Friend
Comprehension questions
Summarize this chapter.
Page 179 — Brom and Eragon find Jeod in Teirm; Jeod and Brom catch up; Eragon uses magic to overhear what Brom and Jeod are saying; he then checks in on Saphira; Eragon and Brom discuss the danger Roran could be in
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · The Witch and Werecat
Comprehension questions
Describe Solembum.
Page 199 — He’s a werecat who can shapeshift from being a large cat to a small human; he can talk with his mind; he can also prophesy
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What did Angela foretell?
Page 203 — Someone in Eragon’s family would betray him; someone close to him will die; he will love someone of nobility; there will be a time he leaves Alagaesia; he can choose his fate
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Of Reading and Plots
Comprehension questions
Can you understand why Eragon doesn’t want to leave Teirm? Have you ever felt this way? Explain.
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Thieves in the Castle
Comprehension questions
Using the information they gathered from the shopping records, what process does Eragon, Brom and Jeod use to figure out where the Ra’zac are hiding?
Page 219 — Process of elimination
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · A Costly Mistake
Comprehension questions
How did Eragon go too far in this chapter?
Page 232 — He used magic against twelve urgals, which required too much energy
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Vision of Perfection
Comprehension questions
Why was Brom upset with Eragon in this chapter?
Page 236 — Eragon was foolish when he attacked the urgals and as Brom tried to train Eragon, there was only some improvement
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Master of the Blade
Comprehension questions
Summarize this chapter.
Page 240 — Eragon bested Brom in dueling; Saphira and Eragon go swimming in Leona Lake; Brom discusses how to fight with magic against a wizard
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · The Mire of Dras-Leona
Comprehension questions
Describe the city Dras-Leona.
Page 246 — Filthy, narrow-tall homes, against a tall outcropping named Helgrind, cathedral with tall spires
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Trail of Oil
Comprehension questions
What is the tentative plan to get close to the Ra’zac?
Page 253 — Brom and Eragon will be the slaves
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Worshipers of Helgrind
Comprehension questions
Do you agree that Eragon should have run from the Ra’zac? Why, or why not?
Page 258 — Listen to your child’s answer.
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · The Ra’zac’s Revenge
Comprehension questions
Predict who is helping Eragon and Brom by attacking the Ra’zac?
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Murtagh
Comprehension questions
Were you correct in who you thought helped scare away the Ra’zac?
Listen to your child’s answer
Describe Murtagh.
Page 268 — A couple years older than Eragon, wealthy; his sword and shield are of the finest make
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Legacy of a Rider
Comprehension questions
What did Brom tell Eragon in this chapter?
Page 274 — Brom was a dragon rider; his dragon was named Saphira, and she died fighting Galbatorix; Morzan betrayed him; Brom is over 100 years old
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Diamond Tomb
Comprehension questions
Do you agree that Eragon and Saphira should trust Murtagh? Why or why not?
Page 282 — Listen to your child’s answer
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Capture at Gil’ead
Comprehension questions
Describe the emotional journey Eragon and Murtagh have been taking together.
Page 287 — They have found companionship together and have many things in common; they stay away from their pasts, but still learn of each other as they share experiences; Eragon is sad to have Murtagh go a different direction once they go with the Varden
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Du Sundavar Freohr
Comprehension questions
Describe the circumstances Eragon found himself in.
Page 293 — He has been captured by a shade; he’s alone in a cell; he’s been drugged; the food and water is drugged, so he won’t eat or drink; he learned the elf from his dream is in this place
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Fighting Shadows
Comprehension questions
Describe how Eragon escaped.
Page 300 — He was able to use magic since he didn’t eat or drink; he unlocked the door and Murtagh came to the rescue; together, they defeated the soldiers and the shade; they found the elf and rescued her as well; Saphira broke through the ceiling and carried them away
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · A Warrior and a Healer
Comprehension questions
Why are the companions feeling hopeless right now?
Page 310 — They don’t know how to reach the Varden, and they realized that Galbatorix is working with the urgals and the shade
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Water From Sand
Comprehension questions
How did Eragon solve the problem of getting enough water in the desert?
Page 322 — Instead of turning sand into water, he would bring the water to the surface
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · The Ramr River
Comprehension questions
Describe one thing that happened in this chapter.
Page 324 — Tying the elf to the front of Saphira; crossing the Ramr River; concern for the elf since she hasn’t woken up
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · The Hadarac Desert
Comprehension questions
Why is Murtagh so grumpy? He is hot, sand is in his eyes, Have you ever been so uncomfortable that it has made you grumpy?
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · A Path Revealed
Comprehension questions
Who do you think Murtagh’s father is.
Page 344 — Listen to your child’s answer
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · A Clash of Wills
Comprehension questions
Why is Eragon confused at the end of the chapter?
Page 352 — He felt like Murtagh’s action to kill the slaver was extreme and shouldn’t have happened, but Murtagh defended it. Eragon needs to think about Murtagh’s explanation to see if it was right in the end
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Flight Through the Valley
Comprehension questions
Why is Murtagh’s news so shocking to Eragon?
Page 368 — Because Morzan was one of the forsworn and a servant to Galbatorix, it’s hard to believe he fathered a son
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · The Horns of Dilemma
Comprehension questions
Why was Eragon unsure of their safety inside the mountain they had worked so hard to get to?
Page 377 — The people inside were not happy to see them and threatened to kill Murtagh if Eragon used magic
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Hunting for Answers
Comprehension questions
Summarize Murtagh’s story.
Page 387 — His mother fell in love with Morzan and followed him to the palace; Morzan taught her magic to do his bidding; she became pregnant and when Murtagh was born, he was given to a wet nurse; when Murtagh was a few years old, his mother disappeared; when she came back, she died soon after; Morzan threw his sword at Murtagh and sliced his back open before his mother left; after Morzan’s death, Galbatorix invited Murtagh to dinner and Murtagh pledged to follow him; later Murtagh realized Morzan’s intentions for the empire so he escaped
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · The Glory of Tronjheim
Comprehension questions
Describe the welcome Eragon and Saphira received from the people gathered with the Varden.
Page 398 — The humans cheered and many of the dwarves turned their backs on them
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Ajihad
Comprehension questions
Describe Ajihad and his role with the Varden.
Page 406 — The leader of the Varden; a politician; kind and full of justice; firm and carries out the law
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Bless the Child, Argetlam
Comprehension questions
Would you like to live in Farthen Dur? List 3 reasons why or why not.
Page 422 — Listen to your child’s answer
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Mandrake Root and Newt’s Tongue
Comprehension questions
Who did Eragon find at Farthen Dur and what warning did she give him?
Page 434 — Angela and Solembum; to be careful of Murtagh
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Hall of the Mountain King
Comprehension questions
Describe the Twins.
Page 448 — Devious; can use magic; powerful in their magic and position in the Varden; bald and are identical
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Arya’s Tests
Comprehension questions
Summarize how the training went.
Page 456 — The Twins tested him; they would cheat, but Saphira helped Eragon; at the last task, Arya interrupted them and shamed them for their deceit and trickery; Arya sparred with Eragon and said he was competent at magic and fighting; he was to go to the elves to further his testing
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · The Shadows Lengthen
Comprehension questions
In what ways did Eragon help prepare for battle?
Page 471 — Used magic to cave in tunnels; he and Saphira helped dig spikes at the entrance of a tunnel
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · Battle Under Farthen Dur
Comprehension questions
Describe one part of the battle you felt was most exciting during this chapter.
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Prologue- There is good and evil against each other in this section. List three reasons how you know the shade is evil. 1. He is quick to kill for what he wants 2. He is working with monsters 3. He burned the forest without any regard to life. · The Mourning Sage
Comprehension questions
Describe what happened to Eragon after Durza died.
Page 492 — Eragon became lost in the evil and darkness in Durza’s memories; someone in Ellesmera protected him from the darkness and brought him peace; the voice told him to come to him
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