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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 Ian think about going to battle?

2. As English soldiers make their way up to the building where Claire and others are hiding, what does Jamie tell her and those who are with her?

3. When Ian and Jamie wonder when the new crop that everyone in Lallybroch has planted will be ready to pick, what does Fergus suggest?

4. Even though she is going to marry another man, whose child is Mary carrying?

5. What does Uncle Jared say in his letter to Jamie?

Short Essay Questions

1. When the battle is about to start, Jamie is restless and it seems no one can soothe him. Who, finally, brings him comfort?

2. When they head for battle, how do Jamie's warriors take the fact that a young man among them is full of lice?

3. What is the mood at Lallybroch surrounding the potato planting and harvesting?

4. Describe a few differences between Jonathan and his brother Alex.

5. As they discuss battle details, why does Jamie get angry with his grandfather?

6. What piece of information does Roger give to Claire about Jamie?

7. After Dougal dies by Jamie's blade, what does Jamie realize regarding Claire?

8. Describe how Jamie regards and treats his men.

9. Why does Claire tend to Alex?

10. How does Claire feel about going back to the future?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Jamie is called upon to lead men into battle. What kind of qualities or characteristics of a leader does Jamie exemplify? Provide specific examples from the text.

Essay Topic 2

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 3

Claire loves Frank from the 1900s and Jamie from the 1700s. Citing two or three examples, show how Jamie reacts to the relationship between Claire and Frank. In each instance, identify Jamie's predominant emotion or motive. Explain how the particular emotion or motive guides his words and actions. What does this say about Jamie's character?

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