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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. Any grandchild born within a year of Sir George's death will receive _______________ of the estate.

2. Lizzie and Jay are to leave for Virginia ____________.

3. What is Mack and Lizzie's primary goal?

4. How many days do Mack, Lizzie and Peg travel before they reach the river?

5. Where do Mack and the men meet during the strike?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Lizzie decide to testify on Mack's behalf?

2. Why does Jay not see himself as the overseer at Mockjack Hall?

3. Why does Sir Philip Armstrong of the Secretary of State's office visit the Jamissons?

4. What advice does Mack give to Lizzie after the death of her baby?

5. What advice does Lady Alicia give Jay regarding Sir George's will?

6. How does Mack begin to prepare for an escape from Mockjack Hall?

7. Why is Lizzie unable to speak for Mack who is in prison?

8. What is the nature of the problems between Lizzie and Lennox?

9. How do Jay's political views alienate him from his Virginia neighbors?

10. Does Jay feel it is worth his time to hunt for Lizzie?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The theme of overcoming injustice will be an important one in the novel. How does the author begin to build this theme? Give examples of overcoming injustice throughout the book.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss Follett's writing style. How is he different from other writers of his time? What are some of his characteristic writing techniques? Identify some examples of his classic style in A PLACE CALLED FREEDOM.

Essay Topic 3

Create a brief character study of Lizzie Hallim. What does she look like? What are her positive personality traits? What are some of her negative characteristics? What are her hopes and fears? What motivates her during her lifetime?

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