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Quiz about Rulers of the Realm In Literature
Quiz about Rulers of the Realm In Literature

Rulers of the Realm In Literature Quiz


Many Science Fiction and Fantasy novels involve the kings, queens, or other rulers of fantastic realms. This quiz asks you to identify either the ruler of a particular place, or the place a particular person rules. Have fun!

A multiple-choice quiz by JoshCaleb12. Estimated time: 6 mins.
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Author
JoshCaleb12
Time
6 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
160,887
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Tough
Avg Score
5 / 10
Plays
345
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Question 1 of 10
1. Patricia Kennealy-Morrison created the distant star realm of Keltia. In "The Copper Crown," people from Earth encounter the ruler of this far-flung group of planets. Who is this Ard-righ or Ard-rian? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. In "The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant", a trilogy by Stephen R. Donaldson, a leper from our world is transported to The Land, ruled by a council of Lords headed by a High Lord. Covenant is believed to be the reincarnation of a former High Lord of the Land. Which one? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. When we visit Midkemia for the first time, we are introduced to Borric, Duke of Crydee, whose children will become famous during the Riftwar. His son, Arutha, eventually becomes Prince of Krondor. Arutha's brother becomes King of the Kingdom of the Isles. Who is this brother of Arutha that becomes king? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. In "Spherical Harmonic" by Catherine Asaro, The Ruby Pharoh, who has long been more of a figurehead, is able to seize power for herself and her family from the elected assembly. What is her name? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. Elizabeth Winton, or Elizabeth III, is queen of what star kingdom? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. Matt Mantrell, a man from our world, is transported to a world similar to ours, where he discovers that his knowledge of Shakespere and his gift of poetic gab makes him a powerful wizard. In the course of his adventures in Merovence, he falls in love with, and eventually marries the queen. Who is she? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. Katherine Kurtz writes the novels of the Deryni, set in the kingdom of Gwynedd. This royal family has ruled in Gwynedd, both before being overthrown by a Deryni pretender to the throne, and after its restoration by Camber. What is the family name of this royal family? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. The various "Warlock" books, by Christopher Stasheff, all have their beginnings on the planet Gramarye, peopled by folks with esper talents. Rodney Gallowglass arrived on Gramarye to protect the planet from various nefarious ne'er-do-wells bent on undermining Gramarye's future role in galactic society. He became the High Warlock of Gramarye, married Gwendolyn, a witch, and had children. His daughter eventually grows up to become the fiancee of the Crown Prince of Gramarye. What is her name and that of her fiancee? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. Lessa, F'lar and Robinton are only a few of the various leaders of what planet? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. In David Edding's "Belgariad", a young farm boy, Garion, is assisted by a cast of characters in his quest to discover his heritage as King of Riva. Many of these folks are royalty in their own countries. For instance, the master spy, Silk, is a Prince of Drasnia. He is known by another name. What is it? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Patricia Kennealy-Morrison created the distant star realm of Keltia. In "The Copper Crown," people from Earth encounter the ruler of this far-flung group of planets. Who is this Ard-righ or Ard-rian?

Answer: Aeron Aiobhell

Patricia Kennealy-Morrison has written several novels of the Keltiad, including a trilogy based on the Arthurian myths. Incidently, Ard-righ and Ard-rian mean High King and High Queen, respectively.
2. In "The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant", a trilogy by Stephen R. Donaldson, a leper from our world is transported to The Land, ruled by a council of Lords headed by a High Lord. Covenant is believed to be the reincarnation of a former High Lord of the Land. Which one?

Answer: Berek Halfhand

Covenant had lost two of the fingers of his hand due to leprosy. This made his resemblence to Berek Halfhand quite striking.
3. When we visit Midkemia for the first time, we are introduced to Borric, Duke of Crydee, whose children will become famous during the Riftwar. His son, Arutha, eventually becomes Prince of Krondor. Arutha's brother becomes King of the Kingdom of the Isles. Who is this brother of Arutha that becomes king?

Answer: Lyam

Martin was found to be Borric's illegitimate son, and became Duke of Crydee after the rest of the family moved east. Pug, who became the Magician, was adopted into the family by Borric, in recognition of his services. Laurie married Arutha's sister, Carline.
4. In "Spherical Harmonic" by Catherine Asaro, The Ruby Pharoh, who has long been more of a figurehead, is able to seize power for herself and her family from the elected assembly. What is her name?

Answer: Dyhianna Selei

Asaro, a physicist, writes a delicious mix of hard science fiction, family politics, interstellar diplomacy, and romance in the star spanning sagas of the Skolian Empire.
5. Elizabeth Winton, or Elizabeth III, is queen of what star kingdom?

Answer: Manticore

David Weber's immensely popular Honor Harrington has risen from a commoner to Dame Duchess of the Star Kingdom of Manticore, due in part to the patronage of her liege, Elizabeth III.
6. Matt Mantrell, a man from our world, is transported to a world similar to ours, where he discovers that his knowledge of Shakespere and his gift of poetic gab makes him a powerful wizard. In the course of his adventures in Merovence, he falls in love with, and eventually marries the queen. Who is she?

Answer: Alisande

Christopher Stasheff writes with a wonderfully punny sense of humor. He is perhaps best known for his "Warlock" books.
7. Katherine Kurtz writes the novels of the Deryni, set in the kingdom of Gwynedd. This royal family has ruled in Gwynedd, both before being overthrown by a Deryni pretender to the throne, and after its restoration by Camber. What is the family name of this royal family?

Answer: Haldane

The novels of the Deryni deal with the relationship between humans and the Deryni, people who are able to command magical powers because of their genetic heritage.
8. The various "Warlock" books, by Christopher Stasheff, all have their beginnings on the planet Gramarye, peopled by folks with esper talents. Rodney Gallowglass arrived on Gramarye to protect the planet from various nefarious ne'er-do-wells bent on undermining Gramarye's future role in galactic society. He became the High Warlock of Gramarye, married Gwendolyn, a witch, and had children. His daughter eventually grows up to become the fiancee of the Crown Prince of Gramarye. What is her name and that of her fiancee?

Answer: Cordelia and Alain

Cordelia is engaged to Alain in the "Warlock's Heirs" series.
9. Lessa, F'lar and Robinton are only a few of the various leaders of what planet?

Answer: Pern

Lessa and F'lar are the Benden Weyrleaders, while Robinton is the Master Harper of Anne McCaffrey's legendary planet of Pern.
10. In David Edding's "Belgariad", a young farm boy, Garion, is assisted by a cast of characters in his quest to discover his heritage as King of Riva. Many of these folks are royalty in their own countries. For instance, the master spy, Silk, is a Prince of Drasnia. He is known by another name. What is it?

Answer: Kheldar

Kheldar is nephew to King Rhodar III of Drasnia. The Dreadful Bear is the phrophetic name for Barak, a Duke in Cherek, while Durnik is a blacksmith who marries Polgara, the sorceress.
Source: Author JoshCaleb12

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