Throne of Glass Characters and Plot
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Why was Celaena a prisoner?

She was the world's most wanted assassin.

Where was Celaena in prison?

In the salt mines in Endovier.

What was Celaena's 'new' name?

Lilian Gordaina.

What was Lilian Gordaina's crime?

<p>She was a jewel thief.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the prince ask of Celaena?

<p>If she will be his champion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

If Celaena does what the prince asks of her (if she succeeds), the prince says he will get her freedom granted in ________ years?

<p>4</p> Signup and view all the answers

How old is Chaol, the captain of the Royal Guard?

<p>22</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Celaena's former overseer in the prisons?

<p>She killed them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the walls of the castle made of?

<p>Glass.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Celaena do with the hairpins she finds in her room?

<p>She makes a weapon.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In her note to the prince, what does Celaena request?

<p>If she can read the books in the castle's library.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Celaena do when she overhears the girl call her the 'prince's harlot'?

<p>She throws a plant off the balcony.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is serving as Celaena's personal trainer during training exercises?

<p>Chaol Westfall.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the first to cross the finish line of the competitors' first run together?

<p>Cain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When Celaena is walking with Chaol around the castle, whom do they find walking with Kaltain Rompier?

<p>Nehemia Ytger.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the 'eye eater'?

<p>Someone ripped his body apart.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Celaena get the scar on her right hand?

<p>She slammed her right hand in the door and split it open.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the first 'test' (competition)?

<p>Archery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was on the paper that Dorian's mother gave (and made for) him?

<p>Names of potential brides for Dorian.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What musical instrument does Celaena know how to play?

<p>The piano.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who tried to kill Nox while attempting to win the capture the flag test?

<p>Grave.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Nox was not eliminated even though he was last to reach the top during the capture the flag test.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Nehemia want Celaena to tutor her in?

<p>English.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Celaena find behind the tapestries in her bedroom?

<p>A stairwell leading under the castle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Chaol give Celaena from the festival?

<p>A ring.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Queen Elena give to Celaena?

<p>An amulet.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Other than the king, Dorian, Chaol, Parrington, what other character reveals that he/she knows Celaena's real identity?

<p>Cain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Dorian shows up in Celaena's room and they stay up playing what game?

<p>Pool.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who visits Celaena during the night and tells her, 'look to your right'?

<p>Elena.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of test does Pelor help Celaena win?

<p>Poisons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Nehemia show up at Celaena's room crying?

<p>500 of her people were killed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Celaena find under her bed when she goes to retrieve her book?

<p>Wyrdmarks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Celaena find on her pillow on Yulemas morning?

<p>Candy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Dorian bring Celaena for a Yulemas gift?

<p>Dog.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Celaena do during the Yulemas service?

<p>She fell asleep.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What gift does the child give Celaena during the Yulemas service?

<p>A gold arrow.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Celaena dances with Chaol first at the ball.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who returns to Celaena's room after the Yulemas ball?

<p>Dorian.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Celaena name her dog?

<p>Fleetfoot.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Perrington convince Kaltain to do?

<p>Poison Celaena's drink.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Whom does Celaena find with the ridderak down in the hidden passages?

<p>Cain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who helps Celaena when she stumbled and passed out upon returning from the passages?

<p>Nehemia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which competitor leaves the castle after taking Celaena's advice?

<p>Nox.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Chaol offers his own sword to use in the duel against Grave.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Celaena has to fight Renault.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who appears during Celaena's poison-induced hallucinations to help hold off the demons?

<p>Elena.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Other than Celaena, who else collapses at the end of the final duel when Celaena defeats Cain?

<p>Nehemia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Nehemia kills Cain.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who drew the wyrdmarks under Celaena's bed?

<p>Nehemia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who returns the queen's amulet to Celaena?

<p>Nehemia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the king and Parrington both wear?

<p>A black ring.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The king says that he will kill what two people if Celaena doesn't return from her missions?

<p>Chaol and Nehemia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Celaena Sardothien

  • Known as the world's most wanted assassin.
  • Imprisoned in the salt mines of Endovier due to her crimes.

Identity and Disguise

  • Celaena takes on the name Lilian Gordaina, masking her true identity.
  • Lilian's crime is being a jewel thief.

Prince's Proposal

  • Prince Dorian asks Celaena to be his champion in a competition.
  • If successful, Celaena is promised freedom in four years.

Character Age and Relationships

  • Chaol Westfall, captain of the Royal Guard, is 22 years old.
  • Celaena's overseer in the mines was killed by her.

Castle Features and Skills

  • The castle walls are made of glass.
  • Celaena uses hairpins to create a weapon for herself.

Requests and Reactions

  • Celaena requests access to the castle's library in a note to Dorian.
  • She reacts fiercely to being called the "prince's harlot" by throwing a plant off the balcony.

Competitors and Training

  • Chaol serves as Celaena's trainer for physical exercises.
  • Cain is the first to complete the competitors' initial run.

Encounters and Relationships

  • Nehemia Ytger is introduced while walking with Kaltain Rompier.
  • Celaena earns a scar on her right hand by slamming it in a door.

Tests and Competitions

  • Archery is the first competition test.
  • Dorian's mother provides him with names of potential brides.

Music and Hobbies

  • Celaena is proficient at playing the piano.
  • Celaena plays pool with Dorian in her room.

Intrigue and Threats

  • Nox seeks to win the capture the flag test, but a grave tries to kill him.
  • Kaltain is persuaded by Perrington to poison Celaena's drink.

Secret Discoveries

  • Celaena discovers a stairwell behind tapestries in her room.
  • Wyrdmarks are found under Celaena's bed when she looks for her book.

Yulemas Traditions

  • Candy is found on Celaena's pillow on Yulemas morning.
  • Dorian gifts Celaena a dog named Fleetfoot, and she receives a gold arrow from a child.

Events and Conflicts

  • Celaena falls asleep during the Yulemas service and dances with Dorian at the ball.
  • Nehemia helps Celaena after her collapse post-duel against Cain.

Final Confrontations

  • True to his loyalty, Chaol offers his sword for the duel against Grave.
  • Nehemia collapses after Celaena defeats Cain, but it is Chaol who ultimately kills Cain.

Symbolism and Items

  • The king and Parrington both wear black rings symbolizing their connection.
  • Nehemia returns the queen's amulet to Celaena, signifying trust and betrayal within the narrative.

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Explore the world of Celaena Sardothien, the most wanted assassin, as she navigates her identity and the complexities of royal relationships. This quiz covers her journey, character traits, and key events, including her proposal to become the prince's champion. Test your knowledge of the captivating elements in the 'Throne of Glass' series.

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