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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. What does the Duke request in return for clearing Jamie's name?

2. After Jamie left the tavern with Glengarry and Millefleurs , where did they go?

3. After deciphering an intercepted cryptic letter that is meant for Charles, what do Jamie and Claire realize about him?

4. The incoming ship, the Patagonia, is carrying what?

5. After Jamie reads a letter signed by James Stuart, what does he say?

Short Essay Questions

1. Claire wears her new red dress to the grand ball hosted by the king. Describe the exchange between her and Jamie about her outfit.

2. After she is raped, how is Mary cared for by Claire?

3. How do Claire and Jamie feel about returning to Lallybroch?

4. After Claire loses her baby, Jamie does not come to see her. What emotions does Claire go through regarding Jamie?

5. At Raymond's shop, what does Claire see when she follows him into the little room at the other side of the wall, reached by going beneath the table?

6. What's the real reason Monsieur Forez describes in great, gory detail how he is to hang, draw, and quarter a traitor?

7. How are the many gatherings and palace ball affecting Claire in her pregnant state?

8. Give one example of how coming from different time periods gives Claire and Jamie differing perspectives.

9. Why is Claire troubled by a memory she suddenly has in which Mary is about to marry Jonathan Randall in the year 1745?

10. Claire learns from Fergus the truth regarding why Jamie insisted on dueling Randall despite promising her that he wouldn't. What is the real reason for the duel?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The roles Murtagh plays include humble servant, loyal companion, close friend, and protector.

Part 1) Describe specific instances where Murtagh takes on these roles.

Part 2) What are his redeeming qualities? His negative qualities?

Part 3) Do you consider him a good friend and protector? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Describe how the relationship between Claire and her daughter, Brianna, changes from the beginning of the story to the end. Do you feel Claire is satisfied with the transformation? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Claire uses her knowledge of future events to help Jamie make key battle decisions.

Part 1) Give an example of how Claire helps Jamie make a key decision.

Part 2) Describe the outcome.

Part 3) Is Claire doing the right thing sharing her knowledge with Jamie? Why or why not?

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