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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Reckless Marriage and the Deserted Queen.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Margaret learn that baby James has died?
(a) She is there when it happens.
(b) From a messenger.
(c) James tells her.
(d) She sees it in a dream.

2. What is the one thing that Margaret can give James that his lovers cannot?
(a) A legitimate heir.
(b) True love.
(c) Money.
(d) The crown.

3. Who is Alexander?
(a) James's father.
(b) James's cousin.
(c) One of James's illegitimate sons.
(d) Margaret's illegitimate son.

4. Where is James's father buried?
(a) Cambuskenneth Abbey.
(b) Buckminster Abbey.
(c) The King of Scotland's private cemetary.
(d) The King of England's private cemetary.

5. How old is Margaret when the novel opens?
(a) 10.
(b) 8.
(c) 12.
(d) 6.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Angus feel about marrying Margaret?

2. Why does James not think his infidelity has anything to do with his bad luck with having children with Margaret?

3. What country does the opening of "The Thistle and the Rose" take place in?

4. Who is Anne?

5. Who is given primary care for the second baby James?

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