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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13, 14 and 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Madelyne almost gets herself injured when she does what?
(a) Knocks over a kettle of boiling water.
(b) Walks in front of charging horses.
(c) Walks in front of soldiers practicing archery.
(d) Falls outside the stables.

2. What does Louddon do in court?
(a) Read and write for the king.
(b) Sort out those who have true business with the king.
(c) Collect gold for the king.
(d) Manipulate the ladies in waiting to get his way.

3. Why does Duncan try to rationalize his decision to marry Madelyne?
(a) He wants to believe there is a logical reason behind the marriage, not love.
(b) He feels guilty for taking Madelyne away from Gilard.
(c) He feels guilty that he is using her to help his sister heal from her trauma.
(d) He is embarrassed that he loves Madelyne.

4. Why does Madelyne name Duncan's horse Silenus?
(a) Silenus is the name of a god that is wild and untaimed.
(b) The horse is strong and silent.
(c) Silenus means "stand still for me" in Latin.
(d) The horse is silvery-white in color.

5. According to Chapter Six, how does Duncan command Madelyne to wait during the battle?
(a) In a stand of trees, just north of the battle site.
(b) Dismounted, in a hidden cave.
(c) Under the shelter of a willow tree, where she is concealed.
(d) On top of the stallion, unmoving in a spot of his choice.

Short Answer Questions

1. Madelyne is surprised that one of the Wextons is happy that she marries into the family? Which Wexton is happy?

2. Who is prettier than Louddon's sisters, Clarissa and Sara?

3. What does Adela threaten to do when she sees Madelyne?

4. Who does Madelyne try to punch in her dream?

5. Who pays an unexpected call on Duncan's fortress in Chapter 15?

(see the answer key)

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