A Hero’s Journey Chapter 3
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What was the atmosphere among the soldiers as they prepared for their mission?

  • Quiet and somber
  • Excited and enthusiastic
  • Calm and relaxed
  • Clanking and clattering (correct)
  • What was the primary purpose of the tiny whistle given to the soldiers?

  • To signal victory
  • To alert others for assistance (correct)
  • To summon the dragon
  • To warn others of danger
  • What specific feature marked the entrance to the Drailands?

  • A wooden bridge
  • The Gates of Menace (correct)
  • A series of stone steps
  • A tall white tower
  • How many soldiers were expected to accompany Pendril on her quest?

    <p>A dozen or more</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Pendril's impression of the Drailands?

    <p>A dangerous desert</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Sergeant Munk insist on before they left the city?

    <p>They should remain fully armored.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the soldiers fall into single-file as they moved?

    <p>There was limited space out of the shadows.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the atmosphere like as they approached the Gate of Menace?

    <p>It appeared ominous and foreboding.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action did the soldiers take when nightfall arrived?

    <p>They set up tents at the Gate of Menace.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'shed a few layers' imply in the context of the passage?

    <p>To remove armor and feel lighter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    A Hero's Journey - Chapter 3: Across The Threshold

    • Soldiers take hours to get ready, creating noise in the midday heat.
    • A sergeant addresses the group, emphasizing themes of "valour" and "honour."
    • Pendril observes a smaller group of soldiers, about a dozen, questioning her selection for the mission.
    • The sergeant announces they will travel to the Drailands, a harsh desert landscape filled with dangers.
    • The objective is to camp in the Drailands before nightfall to avoid the perils of darkness.
    • The Gates of Menace, characterized by deep red sandstone, serve as the entry point to the Drailands.
    • Soldiers will pair up to search for a recently sighted dragon, with safety in numbers.
    • Each soldier is equipped with a whistle to signal others upon spotting the dragon, purpose not specified.
    • Sergeant Munk insists soldiers keep their armor on until out of sight from the city to maintain a disciplined appearance.
    • A soldier questions the methods for killing a dragon, to which Munk encourages them to stay adaptable.
    • Movement becomes easier when some armor is removed, allowing for increased speed.
    • The unit avoids the shadows of the ominous Temple of Souls as they progress.
    • They reach the foreboding Gate of Menace at night, requiring them to set up camp at its base.
    • The night sky in the Drailands appears more desolate, making the stars seem dim and distant.
    • The atmosphere is tense as they prepare for an uncertain challenge come morning.

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    Explore Chapter 3, 'Across The Threshold', focusing on a soldier's preparations in the tale of a hero's journey. Delve into the narrative aspects as characters evolve and face challenges. Test your understanding of the themes and character development presented in this chapter.

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