Crispin: The Cross of Lead

Multiple Choice

1. A (Chapter 20)

2. C (Chapter 14)

3. A (Chapter 49)

4. C (Chapter 13 and Chapter 58)

5. D (Various chapters)

6. B (Chapters 25-26)

7. A (Chapter 30)

8. B (Chapter 56)

9. D (Chapter 51)

10. B (Chapter 19)

Long Answer

1. Crispin’s self-confidence rises as he acquires new skills, such as playing music and juggling. It then stabilizes as he learns to make decisions for himself instead of allowing others to tell him what to do. (Various chapters)

2. Aycliffe pursues and attempts to kill Crispin even after it becomes clear that Crispin is not a threat to Lady Furnival’s position. This suggests that his hatred for Crispin, and not merely a desire to follow orders, motivates his behavior through the novel. (Chapter 58)

3. Though Bear and Ball share similar ideals, Bear is more pragmatic, often concealing what he thinks to go along with society’s norms. Ball, on the other hand, expresses his radical views increasingly openly and claims divine authority for his actions. When Bear urges patience, Ball pushes forward. (Various chapters)