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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 5, Chapter 31.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does "Broch Tuarach" mean?
(a) "High and mighty."
(b) "No mercy."
(c) "Southern winds."
(d) "The north-facing tower."

2. With whom did Claire live after the age of five?
(a) Mrs. Baird.
(b) Uncle Lamb.
(c) Her parents.
(d) Her grandparents.

3. Whom does Claire see unexpectedly at the end of Part 3, Chapter 20?
(a) Corporal Hawkins.
(b) Colum Mackenzie.
(c) Captain Randall.
(d) Geillis Duncan.

4. What does "mo duinne" mean?
(a) "My brown one."
(b) "Sweetheart."
(c) "My blond-haired girl."
(d) "My wife."

5. What is the name of Geillis Duncan's husband?
(a) Arthur.
(b) Joseph.
(c) Murray.
(d) Fitzsimmons.

Short Answer Questions

1. What instrument is used at a witch trial to determine whether a witch can feel pain?

2. What is the main event of Part 3, Chapter 14?

3. According to Jamie, who killed the sergeant-major and blamed it on him?

4. What excuse does Jamie give Dougal when he and Claire want to slip away to make love?

5. Who argues on Claire's behalf at the witch trial?

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