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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. After Elizabeth asks Ian questions over dinner, what does Ian think about her?

2. Who does Elizabeth believe the note requesting a meeting is from?

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

4. What strange behavior does Elizabeth act out over dinner with Sir Belhaven?

5. Which of the following women is Elizabeth's best confidant when it comes to discussing romance?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Sir Frances Belhaven?

2. Who is Lord John Marchman?

3. Why do Elizabeth and Lucinda unexpectedly arrive at the cottage in Scotland?

4. How does Elizabeth's friend, Alex, react when Elizabeth's uncle arranges three dates for her with three different suitors?

5. How does Sir Frances Belhaven respond to Elizabeth after their first date?

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

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

8. How does Elizabeth react the first time Ian kisses her?

9. Why is Elizabeth in danger of losing her home?

10. How does Elizabeth trick Sir Frances Belhaven into thinking that she is not marriage material?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Elizabeth's financial standing plays a large role in the discussion of what type of wife she will make. First, explain Elizabeth's financial situation. How did she find herself in this financial position? Then, explain how Elizabeth's financial situation affects her during the courting and engagement process. Finally, explain how Ian permanently altered Elizabeth's finances by marrying her.

Essay Topic 2

When Robert encounters Elizabeth and Ian in a romantic embrace, he challenges Ian to a duel. First, explain why Robert reacted so violently to his sister's embrace. Then, explain why Robert and Ian were unfortunately matched for the duel. Finally, describe the outcome of the duel, explaining which man was more severely injured, and how.

Essay Topic 3

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?

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