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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. When Claire reverts back in time to when she was first pregnant and in Paris with Jamie, what job does Jamie have with James Francis Edward Stuart, the exiled king of Scotland?

2. When Mr. Hawkins mentions that his niece, Mary, is to be married and the marriage will benefit the family, how does Claire react?

3. Who is in charge of L'Hopital des Anges?

4. What new job does Jamie give Fergus?

5. When Roger shares his findings regarding Claire's list of Fraser men over tea and whiskey at his house, who drinks the tea?

Short Essay Questions

1. At Raymond's shop, what does Claire see when she follows him into the little room at the other side of the wall, reached by going beneath the table?

2. What paranormal event seems to take place in Chapter 25, and how does it help Claire?

3. Claire wears her new red dress to the grand ball hosted by the king. Describe the exchange between her and Jamie about her outfit.

4. When Jamie and the other men are taken to jail to sort out what happened to Mary, Fergus guards Claire in his absence. What does Claire learn about Fergus during this time?

5. In Chapter 17, Jamie is spending more time with Charles, to the point where he comes home extremely late -- or not at all. How does Claire feel about this?

6. Claire is researching an old battle fought in Scotland. What is she trying to find out?

7. How are the many gatherings and palace ball affecting Claire in her pregnant state?

8. Claire learns from Fergus the truth regarding why Jamie insisted on dueling Randall despite promising her that he wouldn't. What is the real reason for the duel?

9. After she is raped, how is Mary cared for by Claire?

10. Roger discovers an old newspaper with Claire's name and picture on it. He reads the words "Returned from the Dead." What does he learn from this article?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In France, Jamie and Claire have their own jobs to do. Explain the nature of the work each one does. How do these characters derive satisfaction or a sense of purpose from their jobs? How do they go about resolving conflicts that arise from their work? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Claire loves Frank from the 1900s and Jamie from the 1700s. Citing two or three examples, show how Jamie reacts to the relationship between Claire and Frank. In each instance, identify Jamie's predominant emotion or motive. Explain how the particular emotion or motive guides his words and actions. What does this say about Jamie's character?

Essay Topic 3

Jamie is called upon to lead men into battle. What kind of qualities or characteristics of a leader does Jamie exemplify? Provide specific examples from the text.

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