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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 thought startled Grant awake?

2. What turns out to be a myth of Richard the Third?

3. Who was the person in the picture Grant describes as a monster of nursery stories?

4. What was the scandal involving Edward?

5. Who does the second visitor refer to as a hussy?

Short Essay Questions

1. What arguments support the opinion that Richard Plantagenet and Cicely Nevill had a loving marriage?

2. How does Grant recognize his first visitor, and who does he think she is?

3. Why is it such a big scandal that Edward got married?

4. What was the difference between what moves a person's heart and news?

5. What does Brent mention about the murder of the two princes?

6. How does Brent strike Grant?

7. What enrages Alan Grant about Sir Thomas More?

8. How does the Matron feel about King Richard III?

9. What did Richard notice when he had ridden into the shadow of the Keep?

10. Why doesn't Grant want to read?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain how enthusiasm for a particular subject or task can make it far more enjoyable, and help to pass the time. Conversely, explain why a difficult task appears to take longer. What part do focus and intensity play?

Essay Topic 2

Quote the Matron's opinion of Richard the Third. Explain why her opinion is the most accurate of any other person. Compare and contrast her opinion with at least two other characters in the book.

Essay Topic 3

In your opinion, what is the most convincing reason for Richard not to have killed his nephews? Take quotes from the book and argue creatively.

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