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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. Which two characters are known as outlaws for murdering a cousin?

2. How do the prison guards treat Amaury in Chapter 15?

3. What does Hugh need to purchase in Chapter 14, but does not have the money?

4. How far does Hugh travel to tell Nell about Bran's death?

5. Who is Edmund's wife?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who are the three crew members allowed to live in Chapter 13, and what happens to them?

2. Why is Davydd not completely trusted?

3. What does Llewelyn do in Chapter 11 when he realizes he desperately need a heir?

4. Who is Hugh de Whitton, and what is his role in the first chapter of the book?

5. How do Davydd and Ellen end up meeting?

6. How does Ellen stand up to the lead pirate, Thomas?

7. Describe Ellen's travels in Chapter 12 to meet her husband.

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

9. When a confession is given, clearly connecting Davydd to the murder plot, how do Davydd and Llewelyn both react?

10. How does Hugh show great loyalty to Ellen in Chapter 15?

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

What role does forgiveness play in The Reckoning? Is it a theme or a motif?

Essay Topic 3

What role does love play in The Reckoning? What actions are made in the name of love? What does love get between? What actions does love cause some characters to make?

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