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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. Upon returning home with her new husband, what is the first question that crosses Elizabeth's mind?

2. Traditionally, who are the first people to retire after a wedding ceremony?

3. Why doesn't Roddy Carstairs want to be seen with Elizabeth at the ball?

4. How long will Ian and Elizabeth court before announcing their engagement?

5. Which of the following pieces of jewelry does Ian withhold giving to Elizabeth until he is sure she is really in love with him?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Elizabeth's private investigator report to her on the morning of her wedding?

2. What does Duncan tell Ian about Elizabeth's circumstances after she leaves the cottage?

3. How does Elizabeth react to the news that she is now engaged to Ian instead of Belhaven?

4. Who is the Dowager Duchess?

5. How does Ian convince Elizabeth's family to let him marry her?

6. How does Elizabeth prepare for her escape from Ian with Robert?

7. Why is Ian's relationship with his grandfather so strained?

8. How was Ian's family killed?

9. How does Elizabeth react when it is time for her and her husband to retire for the evening after their wedding ceremony?

10. How does the news from the private investigator affect Elizabeth's decisions on her wedding day?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

The title of the novel, "Almost Heaven" comes up during a conversation in the Epilogue. What was this conversation about? What is the significance of the speaker who utters the words "Almost Heaven"? Based on the context of this conversation, do you find this to be an appropriate title for the novel? Why or why not?

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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