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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Duncan thinks that a message-bearing member of his household looks terrified enough to have "just seen the devil". Who is this?
(a) Willie.
(b) Anthony.
(c) Madelyne.
(d) Adela.

2. In Chapter 19, what does Madelyne do instead of taking her nightly bath?
(a) Washes up in the chamber using a wash basin.
(b) Splashes rosewater on her wrists and behind her ear.
(c) Falls asleep, exhausted.
(d) Swims in the lake.

3. Why does Duncan threaten to kill Madelyne in front of Anthony?
(a) He is insulted by Madelyne in front of Anthony.
(b) He is humiliated that Madelyne provides fodder for Anthony's jokes.
(c) He is furious when he realizes how upset he is at Madelyne's close call with accidental death.
(d) He thinks that Anthony is in love with his wife.

4. Why is Madelyne embarrassed after she sings?
(a) She is unused to compliments.
(b) She falls off of the stool.
(c) She makes several ear-wincing mistakes singing.
(d) Her hands shake so much that she plays wrong notes.

5. Adela starts to say that Gerald does not kiss like whom?
(a) Richard.
(b) Henry.
(c) Louddon.
(d) Morcar.

6. What design is in the center of the yoke of the dress that Madelyne is wearing for the wedding ceremony?
(a) The Wexton coat of arms.
(b) The outline of a magical wolf.
(c) Cream and royal blue flowers.
(d) A symmetrical design in Duncan's colors.

7. Based on the message from the king, Madelyne thinks that the king wants Adela to marry whom?
(a) Louddon.
(b) Gerald.
(c) Morcar.
(d) Henry.

8. Duncan explains to Madelyne that on his land, all the trees are chopped down on the side of hills that face the fortress. What is the reason for trees being chopped down on one side only?
(a) So the horses have more grazing land.
(b) So the watchman see who comes over the crest of any hill.
(c) Because the fortress needs wood for rebuilding he chapel.
(d) Because the soil on one side of the hills is especially fertile.

9. In Chapter 24, who reminds Madelyne of Spartans, besides Duncan.
(a) The Scots.
(b) The allied barons.
(c) The men who lie for Louddon at court.
(d) Duncan's brothers.

10. What is the reason that Duncan gives Madelyne for failing to take his nightly swim?
(a) He is too tired.
(b) It is too late.
(c) Her bath water in the chamber is available for his use.
(d) It is too cold.

11. In view of the upsetting conversation about Madelyne, what does Edmond suggest for Adela?
(a) Adela is sent to visit Catherine.
(b) Adela goes to the convent.
(c) Adela marries.
(d) Adela accompanies Madelyne to London.

12. During Madelyne's testimony before the king, what surprises the crowd?
(a) That Louddon attacks Duncan's sister.
(b) That Madelyne and Duncan are married.
(c) That Louddon abuses Madelyne so she wants to escape.
(d) That Louddon is not at his fortress when Duncan's men attack and burn it.

13. In Chapter 20, what happens to Gerald's sword?
(a) He leaves it embedded in Morcar's groin.
(b) Duncan retrieves it from the enemy who steals it.
(c) It breaks while fighting Morcar.
(d) He tosses it to Duncan to use in the battle.

14. Who does Duncan need to take with him to London to talk to the king?
(a) Adela.
(b) Gerald.
(c) Louddon.
(d) Madelyne.

15. What does Duncan do before entering his bedroom on his wedding night?
(a) Go to the stables to see Silenus.
(b) Take a ritual swim.
(c) Argue with Edmond.
(d) Argue with Gilard.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Duncan vow to go slowly, be gentle and speak softly to Madelyne after they retire to his chamber, on the night he gives permission for Gerald to live in the fortress until Adele consents to marry him?

2. After dinner, Madelyne finally realizes that Duncan reminds her of whom?

3. Why does Duncan intend to bring a priest with him when he returns from his trip to see the king?

4. Duncan believes that Madelyne appears clumsy for what reason?

5. Madelyne writes a message for Anthony to the king. What does the message say?

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