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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 Haylan leave Wulfgar's embrace in anger?

2. What news does Bolsgar deliver to Wulfgar?

3. Who sets up a trap in which Wulfgar is wounded and then takes credit for saving Wulfgar's life?

4. The salve that Aislinn uses is made of ______________ and herbs.

5. What does Aislinn do when she can't find her kirtle?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Kerwick and why is he punished for loving Aislinn?

2. What does Wulfgar give to Milderd to give to Aislinn when she reaches Darkenwald?

3. How does Wulfgar let Ragnor know that he handled the situation at Darkenwald all wrong?

4. Explain how Wulfgar works to create loyalty for William from the people.

5. How does Aislinn invade Wulfgar's thoughts even when he is with another woman?

6. Describe Aislinn's procedure for tending to Bolsgar's leg wound.

7. How does Aislinn adapt to her new role of slave?

8. What are the circumstances surrounding Aislinn's rape?

9. Who are the people whose cart Wulfgar frees from the mire?

10. What compliment does Wulfgar pay Aislinn when she cries over her torn kirtle?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast the characters of Wulfgar and Ragnor. What are their roles within the story? Why is there such animosity between the two?

Essay Topic 2

Describe the overall setting for the story. Why does Woodiwiss use the setting she does? What time period serves as the setting of the story? How important is the time period to the attitudes and issues of the characters?

Essay Topic 3

Woodiwiss is a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, metaphor, and irony, and briefly describe them and identify the technique which they embody.

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