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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 Mary writes a statement about the rape, what does Claire do?

2. When Claire arrives at Mary's house to tend to her wounds, the servants:

3. At the grand ball at the king's palace, what does Jamie do upon finding a young man trying to seduce Claire?

4. Jamie tells Claire about the sword duel he was in when he was eighteen over a young lady named Annalise. What was the outcome of the duel?

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

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

3. Why is Claire troubled by a memory she suddenly has in which Mary is about to marry Jonathan Randall in the year 1745?

4. 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?

5. In Chapter 24, Claire gets the feeling that Jamie has gone to kill Randall after all. What was the clue that led to Claire's conclusion?

6. How does Claire feel about Louise trying to abort her unborn baby?

7. 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?

8. Explain what Jamie goes through when he gives Fergus ten lashes.

9. In Part 1, Chapter 4, what does Roger learn about Frank?

10. What secret has Claire been keeping from her daughter Brianna about her father?

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 and Jamie spend time at the king's palace and attend royal balls and dinner parties. While they are honored to attend these events, they are at times shocked by some of the happenings and conversations.

Part 1) Describe a particular scene from one of the dances or dinner parties that upsets either Claire or Jamie.

Part 2) Explain why the character has become upset. In your opinion, is the character justified in feeling that way? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast Claire's roles as lady of the house to her work as a healer. Which role comes more naturally to her? Why? Which role made her happier? Why?

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