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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. What is Leibniz afraid will happen before he finishes his project?

2. When is White arrested?

3. Who does the blond man accompany in church?

4. What do the Clubb members find along with a counterfeiting die?

5. Who delivers Jack's expensive suit?

Short Essay Questions

1. In what ways has Sir Isacc been put at a disadvantage in obtaining proof?

2. How does Daniel feel about what happens to Ravenscar in Chapter 9, and what must he now handle by himself?

3. Describe the security measures at Westminster Abbey and what they are protecting.

4. What does Jack question most about his life? What was the decision that might have led to a different life for him?

5. How has Sir Isaac made many enemies for himself, according to Chapter 33?

6. What are Daniel's conflicting thoughts about sacking Sir Isaac as master of the mint?

7. What happens to Jack, according to the Epilogs?

8. Why does Jack throw his gold buttons, coins and clothing out into the crowd?

9. How has Dappa turned the tables on White by this point in the story?

10. What advantage did Dappa have in the duel, and why might White have also let him win?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Daniel deduces that Jack's actions are motivated by his love for Eliza. Can love really explain Jack's actions? What other motivations might have influenced his behavior? Use events from the book to illustrate.

Essay Topic 2

Throughout the story, people and objects are continually being disguised. Examine three examples from the book where a disguise is used. Determine whether the disguise is successful, and how/why it is or is not.

Essay Topic 3

The Whigs and the Tories are the two biggest political parties in England at the time of the novel. Daniel tries to remain neutral in regard to politics, but how are his actions affected by the politics of those around him? Compare and contrast the two parties, using examples from the novel.

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