2. How does Sir Isaac have Jack tortured?
(a) He is shocked repeatedly.
(b) He is placed under a weight.
(c) He is stretched on a rack.
(d) He is burned with coals.

3. What do Daniel, the Earl of Lostwihiel, Saturn, Orney and Newcomen inspect and find to be working well?
(a) The House of Lords.
(b) The clockwork volcano.
(c) The steam engine.
(d) The Kit-Cat Clubb.

4. How many locks are on the vault at Westminster Abbey?
(a) Two.
(b) Twelve.
(c) One.
(d) Six.

5. How many goldsmiths are sworn in at the trial?
(a) Two.
(b) Ten.
(c) Twelve.
(d) Six.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the Earl of Lostwihiel and his deputy collect for the trial?

2. What has Dappa selected for the duel with White?

3. Who does Sir Isaac tell White has accused him of high treason?

4. Who does the King name First Lord of the Treasury?

5. Who does Daniel decide to write to at the end?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Bob Shaftoe mention his brother as though Jack is still alive?

2. What is the significance of the cheering public throwing coins at Jack in his cell?

3. What happens to Jack, according to the Epilogs?

4. How is Sir Isaac's death hidden from the officials?

5. What advantage did Dappa have in the duel, and why might White have also let him win?

6. What unusual occurrences has Jack experienced, and what is mysterious about them?

7. Why does Jack throw his gold buttons, coins and clothing out into the crowd?

8. How much does the gold weigh, and what is the significance of that weight?

9. Though torture is a punishment, does Jack gain anything positive from the experience?

10. In what ways has Sir Isacc been put at a disadvantage in obtaining proof?

(see the answer keys)

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