Why does the White Witch want humans?
She fears a prophecy that four humans – two sons of Adam and two daughters of Eve – will cause her downfall, and orders all Narnians to bring any human they come across to her. By the time the Pevensie children arrive in Narnia, Jadis has ruled for 100 years.
Is Mr Tumnus evil?
No, Tumnus isn’t evil, but he is scared for his life. But he finally changes his mind because at the sight of Aslan he is reminded that the White Witch has no power and that he will regret it if he doesn’t let Lucy go back home. He also realizes that he really doesn’t have the heart to kidnap her.
Why did Mr Tumnus put Lucy to sleep?
This was to prevent the fulfilment of the Golden Age Prophecy, which the Witch knew meant her downfall. Although Tumnus resented the rule of the Witch, he was afraid to disobey her. He planned to lull Lucy to sleep, kidnap her, and take her to the Witch.
What happened to Mr Tumnus in Narnia 2?
Tumnus had been beaten and shackled in the dungeon and after his ‘trial’ (where he presumably refuses to tell Jadis anything about Lucy) his is turned to stone and placed in her gardens. He remains there until Lucy and her sister Susan (with Aslan) arrive at the castle in search of reinforcements for their army.
What does the queen ask Edmund?
The Queen conjures a drink and a snack for Edmund—she asks him what he would most like to eat in the world, and when he answers “Turkish Delight,” she uses her magic to make some appear for him. The Witch beguiles and seduces Edmund, plying him with enchanted food and drink.
What did the witch give Edmund?
In fact, the White Witch is never seen eating anything throughout the story, making her seem less than human. She offers Edmund foods of her own creation: a warm drink, and pounds of Turkish Delight. Instead of giving him the sense of satisfaction and contentment that Lucy feels after her meals with Mr.
Why did he think Lucy didn’t answer his call?
Why did Edmund think that Lucy didn’t answer his call in Narnia? He thought she was mad at him still. He thought she couldn’t hear him. He thought she was being mean.
Why couldn’t Susan and Lucy untie the ropes on Aslan’s body?
Why couldn’t Susan and Lucy untie the ropes on Aslan’s body? Because they had been tied to unmercifully tightly. The Stone Table was broken in two, and then Aslan was alive.
What did Aslan show Peter?
Aslan orders the creatures around him to prepare a feast for the children. Then he leads Peter aside and shows him Cair Paravel, a castle on a peninsula where the children will live and reign.
Why did Aslan show Peter the castle?
What does Aslan show Peter? Why? Aslan shows Peter from a distance the castle Cair Paravel because that is where he would reign as high king.
What did the dwarf eat Edmund?
What did the Dwarf bring Edmund to eat and drink? Dry bread and water.
What does Aslan discuss with Peter and why?
Aslan promises Peter to help save Edmund from the White Witch. Peter also learns that one day he will become High King of Narnia. Peter also admits to Aslan that he was angry with Edmund, and that may have caused Edmund to leave.
What did Aslan promise the White Witch?
Aslan promises the White Witch that he will die in Edmund’s place; in the end, it is unclear whether or not Edmund ever knows the full extent of Aslan’s loyalty. Edmund proves his valor by destroying the witch’s wand. He is injured in the fray, but when he recovers Aslan makes him a Knight.
Why is the White Witch evil?
The Witch is evil to the core, without even a hint of goodness within her, which we can attribute to her not being human. Although the Witch claims she is human, she is actually part giant and part Jinn. The Witch is merciless, cruel, power-hungry, and sadistic. The Witch claims the throne of Narnia by brute force.
What weapon does the witch use to attack Peter?
The most famous Narnian sword was Rhindon, wielded by Peter Pevensie when he ruled as High King Peter the Magnificent. The sword was a gift from Father Christmas, and Peter used to kill Maugrim the wolf at the Stone Table. He later used it in the First Battle of Beruna against the White Witch’s Army.