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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When does Sir Philip and his son Leonard share a meal with Sir Reginald at Lynwood in Chapter II?
(a) 5 p.m.
(b) 3 p.m.
(c) Noon.
(d) Dusk.

2. What is the name of the Arab steed that Gaston rides?
(a) Bucephalus.
(b) Gringolet.
(c) Brigliador.
(d) Hidalgo.

3. In Chapter I, where is the only place that Eustace has seen the muster of arms?
(a) Taunton.
(b) Bridgwater.
(c) Axbridge.
(d) Langport.

4. When an armorer brings items to Lynwood, how much cheaper does d'Aubricour think he could get items at old Battista?
(a) 1/3 the price.
(b) 2/3 the price.
(c) 1/4 the prince.
(d) 1/2 the price.

5. In Chapter I, about how many men arrive, including Sir Reginald?
(a) 15.
(b) 30.
(c) 25.
(d) 20.

Short Answer Questions

1. What weapons do Eustace and du Guesclin exchange after Eustace captures du Guesclin?

2. In Chapter I, what job had it been thought that Eustace might have?

3. During what battle did Ralph Penrose receive a deep scar on his face?

4. Beneath what wall of the castle are various flowerbeds?

5. What color is Sir Reginald's pennon?

Short Essay Questions

1. How do Gaston d'Aubricour and Ralph Penrose get along?

2. What does Gaston d'Aubricour tell Eustace what he thinks of the Keep's defenses and why?

3. What losses do the armies sustain during the battle at Navaretta?

4. What was England like during the reign of Edward III?

5. What summons does Sir Reginald receive in Chapter II?

6. In Chapter II, why does Sir Philip Ashton come to Lynwood Keep?

7. Why does Sir Reginald call for Eustace, Gaston, and his men to go to the river in Chapter IV?

8. What does Laurence say about serving Eustace?

9. Who is Ralph Penrose?

10. What does Eustace notice the night before the battle in Chapter IV and how does it make him feel?

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