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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Laurent run away from his mistress?
(a) She will not have sex with him.
(b) He enjoys the fear of running away.
(c) He is unhappy.
(d) She has threatened him.

2. What is the name of the queen Beauty served?
(a) Amanda.
(b) Belinda.
(c) Eleanor.
(d) Freya.

3. When the slaves are lifted and carried in a procession, where are they heading?
(a) To the queen's castle.
(b) To the church.
(c) To the marketplace.
(d) To the sultan's palace.

4. How does Laurent feel about being punished in front of the village?
(a) He enjoys it.
(b) He thinks it was more degrading than his current position.
(c) He is ashamed.
(d) He fears he will be killed.

5. In which of the following does Laurent allude to being interested?
(a) Finding Beauty.
(b) Escaping.
(c) Owning a slave.
(d) Being the sultan's slave.

Short Answer Questions

1. What color is Beauty's hair?

2. According to Beauty, who is ashamed of their sexual urges?

3. When Laurent considers his current position as a sex slave, how does he see the situation as a result of his equality with his mistress?

4. What type of sexual relationships were present in the queen's kingdom?

5. Who defends Tristan's tears over leaving his master?

Short Essay Questions

1. How have Beauty, Tristan, and Laurent changed since they arrived at the sultan's palace?

2. Why is the tone of the novel inconsistent with the events?

3. What type of memories does Laurent have about Lady Elvera?

4. What are the two ways that Laurent distinguishes himself in the sultan's court?

5. Describe the way Laurent feels when he is bound to the cross during the banquet.

6. Who is Beauty?

7. Why does Inanna dress as a man to release Beauty from her constraints?

8. Describe Laurent and Tristan's treatment as ponies.

9. What emotions does Beauty face during the cleaning process?

10. How does Beauty show that she has not adjusted to royal life?

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