Describe the lineage of King Henry's three children.

List a minimum of three examples of Hannah's visions and explain how each is significant in the novel.

Describe the political atmosphere of England in the years of the novel (circa 1550's).

Compare and contrast Hannah with Mary.

Compare and contrast Hannah with Elizabeth.

Describe the evolution of Hannah and Daniel's relationship.

What is a marrano and why is this a significant term?

Hannah loved Daniel yet was drawn to another man, Lord Dudley. Why?

Describe English court life. In the novel it was described in detail during its height as well as its decline.

Describe Daniel's mistress and their relationship to the best of your ability.