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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. Christina claimed that she did not tell Lyon she was a virgin for what reason?

2. What part of Christina does Patricia feel she needs to eliminate?

3. What happens on the journal entry dated October 12, 1795?

4. In the journal entry from August 15, 1795, Jessica learns that Edward insists she remain ________.

5. Who summons Christina when Lyon arrives at her home?

Short Essay Questions

1. What excuse does Lyon use to get closer to Christina?

2. How does Christina's mother discover her husband's bad behavior?

3. Describe the promise made between Jessica and Merry.

4. How do Lyon and Christina feel about marriage after Christina and Lyon have sexual intercourse?

5. How did Jessica compare Mylala and Patricia?

6. What reference does Christina make to the "Great Spirit"?

7. Describe the journal entry dated August 1, 1795.

8. What is the significance of the shaman's vision in 1797?

9. What three problems does Patricia have?

10. Why are the gems in Jessica's September 1st journal entry significant?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Many characters distrust each other in The Lion's Lady. Describe the reasons many characters distrust each other, as well as how this distrust plays a role in the novel. Is the distrust warranted? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Describe how the theme of the "impact of one" plays in The Lion's Lady, especially when it comes to Christina and the role she plays in transforming others.

Essay Topic 3

Why is it significant to note that Christina is often dishonest with Lyon? What does this tell the reader about Christina? Does this make Christina a bad person? Why or why not?

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