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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. Why does Princess Caroline instruct Sir Isaac and Leibniz to reconcile their differences?

2. What does Daniel give to Sir Isaac from within the veiled sedan chair?

3. What does Daniel unexpectedly state in the prison?

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

5. What does Colonel Barnes say has happened after Jack was hung?

Short Essay Questions

1. How has Sir Isaac made many enemies for himself, according to Chapter 33?

2. What is Sir Isaac's plan to discover the location of the manufactured phosphorus?

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

4. What does Jack question most about his life? What was the decision that might have led to a different life for him?

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

6. What is different about the last moments Sir Isaac and Leibniz spend with each other?

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

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

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Much of the debate and peril in the book surrounds the English monarchy and the rights to succession. Explain the tense political situation throughout the course of the book, and consider whether the characters are aware of the political peril they are in.

Essay Topic 2

Daniel generates interest and investors for inventions throughout the book. Examine how good of a 'salesman' he is by citing specific examples from the text. How could he do better and be more convincing?

Essay Topic 3

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.

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