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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. Whom did Jay tell Armstrong he could find?

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

3. Who is Tony Tambala?

4. What does Lizzie ask Jay to do?

5. Where do Jay and his men stop to ask if anyone has seen Mack and Lizzie?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What are the circumstances that have Peg seeking shelter at Mockjack Hall?

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

4. How has Lizzie's relationship with Jay been affected by the mining situation at High Glen?

5. What does Mack learn about what has happened to Cora?

6. How is Cora blackmailed into giving up Mack's location?

7. What does Lizzie learn about Jay's affairs with slave girls?

8. What do the men determine about Mack and Lizzie's whereabouts after they find Peg?

9. How do Mack and Lizzie enlist the help of an Indian to serve as a guide?

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

Follett is a master at dramatic devices. Choose examples of symbolism, metaphors, and irony. Briefly describe them and identify the technique which they embody.

Essay Topic 3

Create a brief character study of Mack McAsh. What does he look like? What are his positive personality traits? What are some of his negative characteristics? What are his hopes and fears? What motivates him during his lifetime?

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