The Saxon Shore Test | Final Test - Hard

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 147 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.

The Saxon Shore Test | Final Test - Hard

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 147 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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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. Who is behind the surprise attack on Donuil, Merlyn, Athol, and their men in Chapter 16?

2. What is the situation like as Merlyn and Dergyll face each other at first in Chapter 26?

3. Why is Sheelagh hesitant to share that she has prophetic dreams?

4. What does Merlyn realize is the only way for him to get down and help Mordecai?

5. How does Aunt Luceiia react when she sees Arthur again in Chapter 19?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. What does Sheelagh tell Merlyn as she departs to go reunite with Donuil?

4. What do Merlyn and the men of Eire do to prepare themselves for the attack that they suspect is coming after one of their men disappears into the woods?

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

6. What does Sheelagh tell Merlyn about the feasts her father hosts?

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

8. What ends up happening with Sheelagh and Donuil in Chapter 23?

9. What does Huw tell Merlyn about Cambria in Chapter 20?

10. What does Merlyn realize in Chapter 20 as he is at the shooting range to meet his brother?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

Analyze at least 3 aspects of "The Saxon Shore" that make the novel believable as well as what literary devices Whyte uses to create that level of believability OR analyze at least 3 aspects of "The Saxon Shore" that makes the novel unbelievable as well as what literary devices Whyte does not use effectively to create a level of believability in the story.

Essay Topic 3

Describe at least four negative aspects of having a protagonist as well-known (outside of the context of "The Saxon Shore") as Meryln. Make sure to use evidence from the novel to support your position.

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