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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 many eggs did the beggar have?

2. What happened among the people of the area of Sherwood upon Robin's announced return?

3. What trades did the beggars have?

4. Who was not included in the men the King took?

5. Robin thought of naught but....?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why did Little John help the ladies?

2. Why did the Queen argue so valiantly for Robin?

3. What did the King say of Richard of the Lea's loyalty to Robin Hood?

4. How did Little John force the other friars to let him come with them?

5. Why wouldn't the Sheriff help the Knight?

6. How did Robin benefit from each person he encountered?

7. Many times, the word "shriving" is used in this section. What does it mean?

8. Why did Sir Richard Lee tell the Queen what the King was up to?

9. Why was the mob of people that fell upon David of Doncaster placated?

10. What gifts were given to the Knight?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

Robin uses many disguises, but his boldness quickly gives him away to any that know him. What exception is there to this rule? On what common holiday are similar games played, and what is the historical significance behind this ritualistic day?

Essay Topic 3

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?

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