The Fires of Heaven Essay Questions

Essay Questions

  1. 1

    Why is Elaida tracking down Aes Sedai?

    Elaida has become the new Amyrlin Seat, and she is set to rule according to her preferences. One of her primary intentions is to track down Aes Sedai because he is a rebel who is against her rule and plans of bringing back Rand Al’Thor under the White Tower’s influence. Therefore, the best way to accomplish her objectives is first arresting Sedai.

  2. 2

    Who is Rand Al’Thor in the book The Fires of Heaven?’

    Rand Al’Thor is a powerful figure who is has received loyalty pledges from several tribes of Aiel. Elaida is determined to use her influence to bring Rand under the influence of the White Power to ensure that her reign as the most powerful on land. When Al’Thor invades Cairhien, he disguises himself as the Dragon Reborn.

  3. 3

    What motivates Siuna Sanche to search for the seat of the rebellion?

    Sanche has just been overthrown from the Seat of Amyrlin, and she is now determined to join opposition forces to frustrate the leadership of Elaida, who is the new leader. Sanche is accompanied by her friends to the hidden city to be the head of the rebellion aimed at capturing the White Tower.

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