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The Law and the Lady
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"The Law and the Lady" Quiz

A woman investigates her husband's mysterious past in order to prove his innocence.

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  1. How does Valeria Woodville challenge societal expectations of women in the novel?
  2. Discuss the role of secrecy and deception in 'The Law and the Lady'. How do these themes drive the plot?
  3. Analyze the character of Eustace Macallan. How does his complex personality contribute to the overall narrative?
  4. Explore the motif of justice in the novel. How do the legal aspects of the story intersect with moral and personal justice?
  5. Examine the portrayal of marriage in 'The Law and the Lady'. How do the various marriages in the novel reflect the time period?
  6. Discuss the significance of the Scottish setting in the story. How does it influence the atmosphere and the characters' actions?
  7. Analyze the role of gender in the novel. How do the male and female characters interact and challenge traditional gender roles?
  8. Explore the theme of trust in 'The Law and the Lady'. How does the lack of trust between characters drive the narrative?