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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. How much did "Robert" want for his cattle?

2. Where was the bishop that was due to marry Ellen a Dale from?

3. Who did the friar call?

4. From where had the messenger come?

5. What flowers trailed down the Inn?

Short Essay Questions

1. What vows did the men who joined Robin's band make?

2. Why did the Sheriff think to take Robin for a fool?

3. Why did John Little join Robin's band?

4. How did Robin get Little John not to speak of him getting beaten?

5. How was Little John dressed on his way to the fair?

6. Why did Robin punish the Sheriff?

7. Why didn't the bishop want to dine with Robin in Sherwood?

8. How does the Miller try and avoid conflict?

9. Why did the other foresters not go after Robin Hood?

10. For what kinds of reasons were the people who joined Robin's band outcasts?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What kinds of things do you think lead Robin to be so bold about his actions outside of Sherwood? Why do you think he did these things? List two things that are extremely bold and would get him caught in today's situations. What would be used that wouldn't be available back in Robin's time?

Essay Topic 2

Many times throughout the novel, honor is held higher than money, fame or fortune. Explain what differences occur in our social structure that undermine the possibility of such a life being maintained at present.

Essay Topic 3

Eventual the Prioress kills Robin. Do you think this is a fitting end to Robin's life? Why or why not? Explain how a death by betrayal could be considered a poor way to die for such a great historical legend.

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