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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. Who does Tudor get a confession from in Chapter 10 about who was involved in the murder plot?

2. Why does Edward believe he is blessed and doing 'God's work'?

3. In Chapter 14, Edward _____________ the debts of Christians.

4. Where does the King tell Hugh in Chapter 15 that he will be imprisoned?

5. Who is Elizabeth de Ferrers?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Amaury's connection to the de Montfort brothers?

2. When Llewelyn finally surrenders, what does he lose? Does he get to keep anything?

3. Who is Arwenna, and what happens to her in Chapter 7?

4. How and why does Davydd get married?

5. How does Davydd defend himself to Llewelyn regarding the murder plot when they meet privately?

6. What does Nell express regrets about, and what does she want done before she dies?

7. How does Llewelyn end up preparing for war in Chapter 11?

8. Why are Guy and Bran now outlaws?

9. How is Hugh rewarded for his loyalty to Bran and Bran's family in Chapter 5?

10. What does Ellen realize in Chapter 13 that her role is between the feuding brothers?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the dramatic structure of The Reckoning, identifying the exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and conclusion.

Essay Topic 2

Was justice rightfully served to Davydd and his family at the end of The Reckoning?

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast Llewelyn and Ellen's marriage and relationship with Davydd and Elizabeth's marriage and relationship.

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