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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. The second time John Peckham comes to Llewelyn, what does he offer Llewelyn?

2. Who does Ellen give birth to?

3. As Llewelyn continues to mourn Ellen, what sort of decisions is he making?

4. Who was John Peckam supposed to negotiate peace with?

5. Who does not hold true during the truce of the peace negotiations in Chapter 34?

Short Essay Questions

1. How is Ellen able to improve Llewelyn's mood for their wedding day?

2. What is Edward's plan when he sends John Peckham to Llewelyn in Chapter 34?

3. After Davydd and the men learn of Llewelyn's death, what does Davydd have trouble with?

4. As a rebellion between the English and Welsh appears inevitable in Chapter 25, how are Davydd and Llewelyn reacting differently?

5. Why does Julianna decide to leave in Chapter 33?

6. How does Abby find Hugh again at the end of the book?

7. What happens between Hugh and Caitlin in Chapters 24 & 25?

8. What does Elizabeth lament to Hugh at the end of the book?

9. What happens during Ellen's childbirth?

10. How does Caitlin tell Hugh her feelings about him, and how does he react?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Identify and discuss the genre of The Reckoning, being sure to supply details from the book that demonstrate how it qualifies for the genre and sub genre (if applicable) you assign it. Also discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this genre.

Essay Topic 2

The theme of betrayal is deeply connected to Davydd throughout The Reckoning. Discuss Davydd's many betrayals. Who has he betrayed and in what ways? How does Devaydd feeling about his betrayals? Has anyone betrayed Davydd?

Essay Topic 3

Hugh appears throughout The Reckoning in many different situations, building different relationships with many different characters. Please discuss Hugh's role in The Reckoning. What does his presence add to the plot? Why does the author include him?

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