What might have happened if Beauty had not been insolent toward Lady Juliana?

How might the story have changed if Beauty and Tristan were sold to the same person at auction?

What might Nicolas have been thinking when he paid a high price to purchase Tristan?

Do you think that the villagers respected, admired or feared Mistress Lockley? Explain.

What might have happened if Lord Stefan had returned to claim Tristan after the auction?

What consequences would Prince Roger have faced if he had attempted another escape?

What reason would the villagers have for capturing and returning the slaves to their masters?

What interest does the Sultan have in Tristan and Beauty?

Do you think that the ship's destination of the Sultan's palace will be different from Queen Eleanor's Court? Explain.

Do you think that Tristan and Beauty will be allowed to remain together? Explain.

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