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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. When Eustace returns to Lynwood in Chapter VIII, how long has it been since he was last at the keep?

2. What does Eustace have placed on the trap door of a secret passage in Chateau Norbelle?

3. In Chapter 11, where does the Prince give Eustace the government of a chateau?

4. In Chapter X, what is the name of the Princess of Wales's daughter?

5. After Eustace is named Arthur's guardian, how many expeditions does Eustace participate in with Chandos?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Father Cyril give Eustace at the end of Chapter IX, and what does Eustace do with what he is given?

2. What does Leonard think happens in the hovel?

3. Why does Eustace remain a guest of Jean de Montford rather than going directly to Edward with Arthur?

4. Where does Eustace find Leonard?

5. What happens when Gaston and some other men go to intercept supplies in Chapter XIII?

6. How does Leonard act after he recovers?

7. By what right does Eustace say he should be Arthur's guardian?

8. When and what letter does Eustace receive in Chapter VIII?

9. In Chapter VIII, what is the situation when Eustace arrives at Lynwood?

10. Who comes to Eleanor's funeral?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In The Lances of Lynwood, some characters are more thoroughly described than others. Who are some characters that are merely named in passing or have a minor role in the novel? What is the importance of these flat characters to the storyline? In what way do these characters make the main characters more colorful or interesting? When there is conflict, what type of role do these flat characters play?

Essay Topic 2

Lady Agnes de Clarenham is distraught when she learns of Lady Eleanor’s death. What relationship has Agnes had with Eleanor? Why is she distraught when she learns of Eleanor’s death?

Essay Topic 3

Leonard makes assumptions about an old woman who is caring for him in Chapter VII. What assumptions does Leonard make? How does he base his assumptions on appearances? How and why are appearances deceiving?

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