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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. Although not loved by the Orkney princes, who is Mordred in good standing with?

2. Where do Arthur and Mordred find Gaheris living like a mad man?

3. Why is Mordred now believed to be a traitor?

4. What is Mordred unsure of regarding Gawain?

5. Who does Mordred learn has died?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does war break out with Rome?

2. Why must Mordred and Bedwyr go after Princess Elen?

3. Unfortunately for Arthur, what news does he hear while injured?

4. Why does Mordred decide to send troops to Cedric's side against the Romans?

5. Why do the twins track down and kill Lamorak?

6. Why does Mordred travel to Merlin's home town?

7. As Mordred comes back to Camelot, what changes is he informed of?

8. Although the Orkney princes return to the castle, are they trusted by the king?

9. When do the young Celts decide to attack their Queen and Bedwyr?

10. Who has redeemed himself in Arthur's eye?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the point of view used by the author throughout the entire book.

Was is first person, second, person, or third person (limited or subjective)?

How does this point of view influence the reader's opinion concerning Mordred's innocence?

How does this literary choice create sympathy for Mordred? Or would you disagree? Does the voice not create a sympathetic tone for Mordred?

Essay Topic 2

Compare Gawain's legacy to his half brother Mordred. You may use outside references to learn about Gawain and Mordred's historical legacies.

First, compare their historical legacies, then compare their legacies from the Wicked Day?

Essay Topic 3

Besides Mordred, what other character struggles to fit in because of their unclear status?

Is this character's struggle similar to Mordred's?

Why or why not?

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