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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. Where does Morrison suggest he and Haslam build a business?

2. Where does Flashman say he has to attend to business before they set sail?

3. What is Haslam disappointed that he missed?

4. What will Flashman allow if he loses the cricket match against Haslam?

5. Who kisses Elspeth against her will?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Flashman decide to accompany Elspeth and Haslam?

2. Summarize Chapter 3.

3. What are Flashman's true feelings for Elspeth?

4. What does Elspeth say in her diary in Chapter 1?

5. Describe J.B.

6. What does Haslam talk about with Morrison?

7. Describe Haslam.

8. Why does Flashman think Elspeth will be okay with Haslam?

9. Describe Harry Flashman.

10. Why do Moses and Whampoa blame themselves for Elspeth's kidnapping?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Look at the structure of the book.

1. How does the author use character and dialogue to drive the narrative?

2. Discuss elements of the narrative structure; Exposition, conflict, complication, climax, resolution and conclusion. Do all the elements make for a logical and linear story? How does the story's structure express the book's themes?

Essay Topic 2

How does Fraser view Rasalova as a historical figure? How much do the students think Fraser had to change Rasalova's character to fit with his story?

Essay Topic 3

Examine the books reception in three different countries including the country the book was written. How do their opinions about the books differ? Was the book more influential in one country than another? If so, why?

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