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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. What does John Peckham relay that Edward wants Davydd to join?

2. Llewelyn tells his men they must wait to go to war until when?

3. Why does Ellen avoid Llewelyn in Chapter 24?

4. How does Amury repay Hugh for his loyalty?

5. Who does Llewelyn think is using his name while planning a raid on the King's mines, which will begin the rebellion?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What does Ellen reveal to Amaury about Hugh and Elund?

3. Who is Roger de Mortimer?

4. Describe Llewelyn and Ellen's first meeting at Westminster.

5. What does Edward do on Llewelyn's wedding day to try and ruin it?

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

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

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

9. What happens to Amaury in Chapter 31?

10. What is significant about the day Davydd decides to lead his attack?

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

Discuss Davydd's internal struggle with guilt throughout his life and rivalry with his brother, Llewelyn.

Essay Topic 3

Trust is a prominent theme in this story. Discuss three different relationships greatly affected (positively or negatively) by trust in The Reckoning.

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