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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. Lyon believes that the key to Christina's past is which of the following?

2. Why does Christina think her wedding gown is a waste?

3. Lyon tells Richards that which of the following is enough reason for distrust of Edward?

4. When Jessica finally got to America, how did she feel?

5. What card game does Christina learn to play at the tavern?

Short Essay Questions

1. What compromises does Lyon expect Christina to make?

2. Describe the two letters Christina receives when Lyon is in London.

3. Why is it significant that Everett does not want to take the girls to the tavern?

4. Why does Christina fear marriage?

5. Why does Christina decide she wants a divorce, and how does she show it?

6. How does Lyon respond to Christina's questions about Lettie?

7. How does Lyon respond to Christina playing cards in the tavern?

8. Why was the joke about eating dogs significant?

9. What does Edward use to threaten Christina, and how does she respond?

10. How does Christina interact with Edward?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

A theme in The Lion's Lady is the way that the past can catch up with a character. For example, Christina's past catches up with her when Lyon wants answers about her upbringing. Explain the role that this theme plays in at least two scenarios in the novel.

Essay Topic 2

Patricia is a manipulative character, as is Edward. Describe the role manipulation plays in The Lion's Lady and how characters overcome manipulation in at least two different cases.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the role of dialogue in The Lion's Lady. What conflict and resolution comes from the use of dialogue?

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