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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. Who tells Daniel that many men aboard the Minerva perceive him as bad luck?

2. What does Threader do with the first sample from the Pyx before the goldsmiths begin their analysis?

3. Why are the old black guards relieved of their duties?

4. What is Jack wearing when he arrives at the hanging platform?

5. Where does Daniel take the Shaftoe boys before he puts them aboard a boat for Carolina?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. Describe the security measures at Westminster Abbey and what they are protecting.

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

5. Why does the exchange between Jack and his visitor sicken Daniel?

6. How has Dappa turned the tables on White by this point in the story?

7. What are the negative aspects and results of the coronation of the king?

8. Why is William Ham willing to assist Daniel and Saturn smuggle the Solomonic gold?

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

10. What is Catherine Barton's role during the trial?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Daniel deduces that Jack's actions are motivated by his love for Eliza. Can love really explain Jack's actions? What other motivations might have influenced his behavior? Use events from the book to illustrate.

Essay Topic 2

The fate of England's currency is a major subject throughout the narrative: why does counterfeiting pose such a threat of unbalancing national stability? Be sure to explain Sir Isaac's role and effect in regard to England's economy.

Essay Topic 3

The Whigs and the Tories are the two biggest political parties in England at the time of the novel. Daniel tries to remain neutral in regard to politics, but how are his actions affected by the politics of those around him? Compare and contrast the two parties, using examples from the novel.

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