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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. Why does Llewelyn make a sudden request of Nell in Chapter 11?

2. What request does Llewelyn send Nell in Chapter 11?

3. How many witnesses does Llewelyn have against Davydd in the murder plot?

4. Who allows Simon's body to be mutilated?

5. What genre is this book?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Davydd's murder plot, and why it does not work.

2. How is Hugh rewarded for his loyalty to Bran and Bran's family in Chapter 5?

3. What situations has the tension between Llewelyn and his brothers led to for some of the brothers?

4. How and why does Davydd get married?

5. Why are Guy and Bran now outlaws?

6. How does Hugh show great loyalty to Ellen in Chapter 15?

7. What does Nell express regrets about, and what does she want done before she dies?

8. Who is Hugh de Whitton, and what is his role in the first chapter of the book?

9. What prisoner does Llewelyn speak with in Chapter 18, and why is that prisoner significant?

10. What does Ellen realize in Chapter 13 that her role is between the feuding brothers?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Identify and discuss the genre of The Reckoning, being sure to supply details from the book that demonstrate how it qualifies for the genre and sub genre (if applicable) you assign it. Also discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this genre.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the author's extensive use of foreshadowing throughout The Reckoning. Where is it used? Is it used effectively? It is recognizable in the moment, or only in hindsight?

Essay Topic 3

Determine who the protagonist of this story is, and who or what is the antagonist.

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