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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. What spooks the horses in the parade?

2. Why do the Rouennois not notice the entrance of the Irish?

3. Which person does Sir George name as a possible assassin?

4. Who is Robin Stewart?

5. Where does the French court arrive in Part Two: Dangerous Juggles: III: Aubigny: Boldness of Denial?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the source of much of the conflict in Europe in the mid-1500s?

2. What disappoints the Queen Mother about Lymond and what alter ego does Lymond reveal?

3. What ulterior motives does Oonagh have when she agrees to beginning a relationship with O'LiamRoe?

4. Explain how Lymond (Thandy) wins over the King to be allowed to stay in France for a longer period of time?

5. What information is provided at the beginning of the book to help the reader understand the characters and setting?

6. Who are the two notable characters mixing with the Irish passengers on board the La Sauvee which is bound for Dieppe, France?

7. Why does Sir George tell Lymond that Queen Catherine might be the would-be assassin?

8. What is learned about O'LiamRoe's attraction to Oonagh?

9. What happens for Thady that lets him know his plans may begin?

10. Why does Lymond determine that he must be the bait for whomever is trying to poison Queen Mary?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Create a brief character study of Lymond (Thady). What did he look like? What were his positive personality traits? What were some of his negative characteristics? What were his hopes and fears? What motivated him throughout his life?

Essay Topic 2

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of betrayal. Identify at least two instances about betrayal in the book and then cite examples to support your answers.

Essay Topic 3

There are several events of foreshadowing in QUEENS' PLAY. Define foreshadowing. Cite at least two situations in the story that serve as foreshadowing.

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