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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 part of Lahardane has become derelict?

2. What does Horahan see Captain Gault's return as?

3. Which of the following trades did a Gault go into?

4. What does Lucy whisper when her father returns?

5. What was the weather on the day Lucy was born?

Short Essay Questions

1. What trade is Henry teaching himself?

2. Describe Horahan's visit with the Gaults.

3. What attracted Everard to military life?

4. How does Everard reflect on his marriage to Heloise?

5. What happens to Heloise in this chapter?

6. How are Everard and Lucy getting along?

7. What changes occur around Lahardane?

8. How is Horahan doing in this chapter? How does he feel about the army?

9. What was the relationship between Heloise and Everard's brother?

10. How does Ralph feel about his life and marriage?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay that serves as a fictional biography of Horahan, the man who as a boy was shot by Captain Gault. Feel free to take artistic license through creative writing to fill in any gaps left by the narrative of the novel.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay documenting the varying roles religion can play in the lives of individuals. Be sure to address:

1) How religion can serve in a support role for those in need.

2) The role of religious doctrine in the morality, lifestyle choices, and overall lives of individuals.

3) The role of religious institutions throughout history and across the world in politics, charity, foreign aid, and so on.

Essay Topic 3

Research and write an essay that serves as a travel guide for someone traveling to Italy. Be sure to include:

1) Common destinations and sites in Italy.

2) Preparations required for an extended vacation in Italy, including some Italian phrases.

3) Customs and experiences unique to Italy.

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