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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 Ian's first impression of Elizabeth at the party?

2. How does Marchman feel about Belhaven?

3. How does Robert feel after his duel with Ian?

4. Which of the following is true about Elizabeth's father?

5. If Elizabeth were to leave Jake's house and travel to the nearest city, how long would it take her to arrive there?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens when Elizabeth attempts to make breakfast for the first time?

2. Who is Duncan?

3. What is a duenna?

4. What problem arises when Ian and his friend Jake arrive at the house in Scotland?

5. Why doesn't anyone come to Ian's defense with Lord Everly is accusing him of cheating?

6. Why does Lord Everly accuse Ian of cheating?

7. Why does Elizabeth run away from Ian after their meal at the cottage?

8. Who is Lord John Marchman?

9. What does the mysterious note that Elizabeth receives tell her to do?

10. How does Elizabeth react when she realizes that her traveling group has left without her?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When Elizabeth is first being courted by her suitors, she alters much about herself in order to attract a wealthy mate. First, explain what Elizabeth changed or hid about herself in order to attract men. Why did Elizabeth feel that she could not show her true self in the quest for love? How did the men react to this altered version of Elizabeth's character? How does Elizabeth's alterations directly represent the role of women during this time in high society?

Essay Topic 2

When Ian Thornton is accused of cheating at a card game, Elizabeth immediately jumps to his defense. First, explain why Ian Thornton is accused of cheating at the game. Was Lord Everly telling the truth about Ian, or was he trying to save his own reputation? How can you tell? Then, explain how Elizabeth used her intelligence and wit to save Ian Thornton from a potentially dangerous duel. What was the direct result of Elizabeth meddling in Ian Thornton's life?

Essay Topic 3

Throughout the novel, Elizabeth finds herself frequently confused about her feelings about Ian. Choose two examples of scenes in which Elizabeth is confused about her feelings. What prompts the confusion in each of these scenes? How does Elizabeth get to the bottom of her feelings and desires? What message do you think McNaught is attempting to give the readers about the mentality of women at the time in which this novel is set? Do you agree with this message? Why or why not?

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