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Quiz about David Drakess Lord of the Isles

David Drakes's Lord of the Isles Quiz

This quiz is over a variety of trivia from David Drake's fantasy novel "Lord of the Isles."

A multiple-choice quiz by Trooper_nut. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
Trooper_nut

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
198,882

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Tough

Avg Score
6 / 10

Plays
120

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Question 1 of 10

1. Which surname prefix indicates nobility? Hint

bor-

nan-

or-

os-

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Question 2 of 10

2. Which island, and its surrounding reefs, is known for being a breeding ground for seawolves? Hint

Cordin

Pare

Tegma

Bowwkan

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Question 3 of 10

3. On which shore of the island Haft is Barca's Hamlet located? Hint

Southern Shore

Western Shore

Eastern Shore

Northern Shore

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Question 4 of 10

4. The capital of the Isles, Valles, is on which island? Hint

Kepulakecil

Kanbesa

Shengy

Ornifal

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Question 5 of 10

5. What is the name of the dark energy that was sought after by the Hooded One? Hint

Malkar

Tollom

Sherrill

Kadato

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Question 6 of 10

6. What was the name of the demon that Benlo called forth from another plane? Hint

Hudden

Strasedon

Halla

Vespern

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Question 7 of 10

7. What is the ceremonial dagger called that most of the wizards of the Isles use in their spellcasting? Hint

an athame

a lachish

a gezaman

an etter

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Question 8 of 10

8. The poetry quoted in "Lord of the Isles" was actually borrowed from various Greek and Latin Poets.

True

False

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Question 9 of 10

9. Which ancient species built the ruins on the island of Tegma? Hint

Archai

Pixies

Humans

Demons

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Question 10 of 10

10. Which type of ship is the preferred choice of the navies of the Isles? Hint

trireme

galley

punt

clipper

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Which surname prefix indicates nobility?

Answer: bor-

The surname of a person of the Isles is formed by adding a prefix to one's father's name. This prefix varies by both gender and nobility. A nobleman has the prefix bor- and his lady the prefix bos-. A male commoner has the prefix or- and his wife would use the prefix os-.

2. Which island, and its surrounding reefs, is known for being a breeding ground for seawolves?

Answer: Tegma

The reefs on and around Tegma are well known as breeding grounds for the seawolves.

3. On which shore of the island Haft is Barca's Hamlet located?

Answer: Eastern Shore

Barca's Hamlet, the home of Garric or-Reise, is located on the Eastern Shore of Haft. Barca's Hamlet is a small seaside fishing village that isn't known for much besides its sheep.

4. The capital of the Isles, Valles, is on which island?

Answer: Ornifal

Valles, location of the castle of the King of the Isles, is found on the island of Ornifal.

5. What is the name of the dark energy that was sought after by the Hooded One?

Answer: Malkar

Malkar is the name of the dark power that the Hooded One was searching for. It is one of the few primary sources of magical energy and is the opposite of the sun.

6. What was the name of the demon that Benlo called forth from another plane?

Answer: Strasedon

Benlo's death comes at the hands of the demon Strasedon which he brought from another plane with the help of Liane.

7. What is the ceremonial dagger called that most of the wizards of the Isles use in their spellcasting?

Answer: an athame

Most of the wizards of the Isles use an athame to perform their spellcasting. The specially made ceremonial dagger forms an important part of the spell and helps to focus the mysical energy involved in casting the spell.

8. The poetry quoted in "Lord of the Isles" was actually borrowed from various Greek and Latin Poets.

Answer: True

David Drake used verses written by Horace, Homer, and Hildebert of Lavardin in the poetry that is often quoted during the course of the book.

9. Which ancient species built the ruins on the island of Tegma?

Answer: Archai

The insect-like Archai built the amazingly well preserved ruins on Tegma.

10. Which type of ship is the preferred choice of the navies of the Isles?

Answer: trireme

The navies of the Isles are often composed of large triremes. The large warships are able to be sailed to some extent, but often have to be propelled through rowing.

Source: Author Trooper_nut

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