Questions and Answers
Who is the author of The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe?
C.S. Lewis
Who are the four children in the book?
Peter, Susan, Edmund, Lucy
Where do the children go to live, and why?
They travel by train to a large house in the English countryside owned by a professor because their home in London is being bombed.
Who is Mr. Tumnus?
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Describe the Queen of Narnia.
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Who travels to Narnia first?
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What does Tumnus confess to Lucy?
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Why is Lucy miserable for several days after her journey to Narnia?
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When does Lucy enter Narnia next?
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Who follows Lucy into the wardrobe (and Narnia)?
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Once he enters Narnia, why does Edmund think that Lucy won't answer him?
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How does Tumnus tempt Lucy into coming with him?
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Describe Tumnus' home and how Lucy feels there.
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What memento does Lucy leave with Tumnus?
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What kind of powers does the witch have?
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Study Notes
Author and Characters
- C.S. Lewis authored "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe."
- The four main children are Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy.
Setting and Context
- The children are evacuated to a large house owned by a professor in the English countryside due to bombings in London during World War II.
Key Characters
- Mr. Tumnus is introduced as a faun, a half-man, half-goat creature residing in Narnia.
- The Queen of Narnia, known for her tall, pale, and proud demeanor, is a cold and stern figure dressed in white.
Plot Points
- Lucy is the first child to enter Narnia.
- After her initial encounter, Lucy struggles with feelings of isolation as her siblings doubt her story, compounded by Edmund's teasing.
- Lucy reenters Narnia while playing hide-and-seek in the professor's house, leading to Edmund's follow.
Character Interactions
- Edmund misinterprets Lucy's silence in Narnia, thinking she is upset with him.
- Tumnus entices Lucy with a cozy atmosphere, offering an English tea consisting of fire, toast, sardines, and cake.
- Lucy admires Tumnus' clean and comfortable cave, describing it as the nicest place she’s ever visited.
Symbolic Actions
- Lucy leaves a handkerchief as a memento with Tumnus, illustrating the bond formed during her visit.
- The witch possesses formidable powers, including the ability to turn beings to stone and ensure that Narnia remains in perpetual winter, denying it Christmas.
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Test your knowledge of the first three chapters of 'The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe' by C.S. Lewis. This quiz covers key characters, settings, and plot points, providing an insightful review for readers. Perfect for students or fans of this classic tale!
