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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. How does Old Dorothy react to seeing Cecily in Chapter 7?

2. Why is Old Dorothy angry at Kate at the beginning of Chapter 7?

3. What does Kate search for after dinner in Chapter 7?

4. What animal does Kate believe Gwenhyfara sees her as in Chapter 10?

5. How does Christopher describe the house in his dream?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Kate try to reach Christopher when he is in a haze in Chapter 12?

2. What chores is Kate responsible for?

3. What does Kate learn about the teind in Chapter 11?

4. What does the Lady in Green tell Kate that shocks her in Chapter 11?

5. What food protocol is followed at Perilous Gard?

6. According to Gwenhyfara, why are the Fairy Folk able to withstand the fear that frightens the humans in Chapter 9?

7. Who is Gwenhyfara?

8. What do the other human servants do when they reach the great hall in Chapter 9?

9. What is Master John's reply when Kate points out that he will have to explain Cecily's reappearance and Christopher's disappearance?

10. What does Kate note of the servants at the castle in Chapter 12?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the conclusion of the novel. Are there any surprises at the end of the novel? Are there any unanswered questions? Did you enjoy the novel? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the struggles faced by Kate and Christopher throughout the novel. How do they deal with these obstacles and how do they overcome them? What or who causes these problems for them?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the motif of superstition in the novel. What are some examples of superstitious beliefs in the novel? How do these beliefs tie in to the setting? How do they influence the plot and characters?

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