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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what room of the house does Marchman spend most of his time with Elizabeth?

2. Which of the following activities is Jake most concerned with during the weekend at his home?

3. Why does Elizabeth's family almost lose their home?

4. Who does Elizabeth believe the note requesting a meeting is from?

5. How does Elizabeth respond when Ian kisses her after their first meal together?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why do Elizabeth and Lucinda unexpectedly arrive at the cottage in Scotland?

2. Who raised Elizabeth when she was growing up?

3. Why is Elizabeth in danger of losing her home?

4. Why does Elizabeth run away from Ian after their meal at the cottage?

5. Who is Duncan?

6. What happens when Elizabeth attempts to make breakfast for the first time?

7. What fact does Lucinda overhear when she is eavesdropping on Ian's conversations?

8. Why does Elizabeth's family decide that it is time for her to be married?

9. Who is Viscount Mondevale?

10. Why doesn't Elizabeth think that Ian will be waiting for her at the cottage?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

After her parents' deaths, Elizabeth made her debut into high society. First, describe the way Elizabeth was trained for her appearance in society. Then, describe the way high society initially greeted Elizabeth. Was she accepted into high society, or shunned? How can you tell? Give at least two examples from the text to support your argument.

Essay Topic 2

Ian's relationship with his grandfather, the Duke of Stanhope, is a strained one. First, explain what Ian's relationship with his grandfather was like before he met Elizabeth. Then, compare / contrast that the relationship he had with his grandfather after he met Elizabeth. What was the catalyst to the change in this relationship? By the end of the novel, do you think Ian regrets reaching out to his grandfather again? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Gossip is used as a way to both ruin and repair Elizabeth's reputation in high society. First, create a list of rumors that are spread about Elizabeth throughout the course of the novel. Then, choose one scene in which gossip is used for good, and one scene in which gossip is used for ill, and compare / contrast the ways this gossip affected Elizabeth's life. What do you think is McNaught's overarching message about gossip in this novel?

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