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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. Whom does Patricia decide not to see anymore?

2. In what year does "The Unrest" open?

3. Where did Adam earn his promotion to Captain?

4. Where does Jane's brother want her to visit?

5. What historically significant event is in progress at the beginning of the chapter?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the most noticeable event happening in "The Encampment"?

2. Why does a visit from Canon Nicodemus result in Ralph staying at the doctor's house?

3. How do labor troubles lead to many convicts from Sarum being sent to Australia?

4. What path does Adam take to become a soldier?

5. How do Adam and Patricia meet? What is their initial fascination with each other? What ultimately happens in the relationship?

6. What fortuitous event leads to Adam's marriage and relocation to America?

7. Even though she is neutral in the matter of king versus Parliament, how does Margaret come to lead a defense force?

8. What major religious event has occurred throughout England?

9. Who is Bloody Mary, and how did she earn her name?

10. How is the Shockley family affected by the political crisis?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The novel Sarum presents several themes. Pick one of the ongoing themes of the novel and discuss how it is portrayed throughout the story.

Essay Topic 2

One of the themes of the novel Sarum might be thought of as "life goes on." Is this always the case in human history, or is there the possibility of annihilation of a people or culture? Examine the threats faced by the people of Sarum and present an argument explaining how one of those threats was the most dangerous the people faced. Which one had the greatest potential to destroy the people of Sarum or their way of life?

Essay Topic 3

List and describe the main religious conflicts mentioned over the course of the novel. Include the approximate years in which the conflicts occurred, the opposing sides, and the outcome of the conflict.

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