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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 is Merlyn not worried about all the blood on him after he tries to rescue Mordecai?

2. What is Sheelagh very gifted with?

3. What message does Dergyll give Merlyn when they first meet?

4. When does Mordecai die?

5. Who is behind the surprise attack on Donuil, Merlyn, Athol, and their men in Chapter 16?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens after Dergyll and Merlyn realize what has happened with Ironhair?

2. How does Arthur's wet nurse react when Merlyn tells her that Arthur will be going to Camulod?

3. What misunderstanding do Dergyll and Merlyn realize has happened between them?

4. Why does Ambrose think that the snow storm in Chapter 22 might be a blessing in disguise?

5. What does Sheelagh seem to know instinctively about her relationship with Donuil?

6. What is Merlyn's opinion of Arthur's wet nurse after he tells her that Arthur will be going to Camulod?

7. How does Sheelagh first react when she thinks Merlyn is accusing her of having dreams that come true?

8. What does Merlyn find out about Ambrose's work when he returns to Camulod in Chapter 19?

9. In what situation does Merlyn find Mordecai after everyone goes out looking for him?

10. What happens that leads Merlyn to suspect something is wrong as he and his group depart Eire?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe at least 4 features of Ironhair and how those features fulfill the traditional, literary requirements of a villain.

Essay Topic 2

Books about the legends of King Arthur, and The Camulod Chronicles in particular, are especially popular. Discuss at least 4 aspects of Whyte's writing style that resonates so strongly with such a large audience, citing specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

Essay Topic 3

Analyze at least 3 literary techniques Whyte uses to make one character of your choosing from "The Saxon Shore" very likable OR very unlikable to the reader.

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