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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. By August, where does Celia travel to?

2. What event throws England into turmoil?

3. Who is chosen to be one of Queen Mary's ladies in waiting?

4. What remark does Alice make about Celia's appearance?

5. What are many of the revelers dressed as at the Twelfth Night celebration?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is drawn to investigate Stephen's death?

2. Why does Stephen kiss Celia in Part 2, Chapter 12?

3. Describe Sir John Hutchinson.

4. Describe the water witch Celia goes to visit.

5. What does Maggie's appointment as a lady in waiting to the Queen make Celia realize?

6. For Celia, what is the advantage of marrying Edwin?

7. What fate befalls Celia and Stephen?

8. How does Dr. Julian respond when Celia asks him for his help in running away with Stephen?

9. How and why has Dr. Julian been rewarded by Queen Mary?

10. Why does Celia decide to marry Edwin?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The novel is set during the Tudor period. Discuss Tudor society, as well as what is happening in England at the time in which the novel is set and how this affects the characters in the novel.

Essay Topic 2

The novel is set in 1960's England, as well as Tudor period England. Why might Seton have set the story in these two time periods? Why might Seton have chosen real castles and other locations as a setting for the novel? What tone do these settings bring to the novel?

Essay Topic 3

The role of protagonist is shared between Celia Marsdon and Celia de Bohun. Compare and contrast the two characters.

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