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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. Who is in charge of finding a husband for Elizabeth?

2. Who does Ian realize mistakenly invited Elizabeth to Jake's home?

3. In what room of the house does Marchman spend most of his time with Elizabeth?

4. After breakfast with Ian, where does Elizabeth run to cry?

5. How is Ian related to the town vicar?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Who is Sir Frances Belhaven?

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

4. Who is Duncan?

5. Why does Elizabeth's family decide that it is time for her to be married?

6. What fact does Lucinda overhear when she is eavesdropping on Ian's conversations?

7. What do Elizabeth and Ian discuss over their first meal together in the cottage?

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

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

10. What happens during the duel between Ian and Robert?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

When Elizabeth finds herself alone with Ian for the first time, she acts differently than she did when meeting with any of the other romantic suitors. First, explain how Elizabeth acted leading around men leading up to her meeting with Ian at the cottage. Then, compare / contrast that behavior with Elizabeth's behavior at the cottage. What is it about Ian that prompts Elizabeth to act so out of character?

Essay Topic 3

Havenhurst is a place of extreme sentimental value to Elizabeth. First, describe the setting of Havenhurst. Then, explain why this place has such sentimental value to Elizabeth and what she alters in her marriage contract to ensure that it will always be hers. Finally, explain Ian's reaction to seeing Havenhurst for the first time. What does Ian's reaction tell the reader about this place?

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