STUDY QUESTIONS

1. Why does Ebenezer send David to the stair-tower? What does he realize at the end of that short journey?

2. Why and by whom is David kidnapped?

3. Why is David moved to the Round-House on the ship?

4. Why does David join forces with Alan?

5. Why is David thrown overboard? What is the final outcome of the "Covenant"?

6. Who is Red Fox? Why is Alan working against him?

7. Since Alan has joined the French army, what is the purpose of his visit to Scotland?

8. Compare and contrast David and Alan.

9. Give the name and describe the nature of the two catechists David meets on his way to Appin.

10. Describe the death of Red Fox. How is David involved in it?

11. Who is John Breck Maccoll, and how does he help Alan?

12. Explain the people that Alan and David meet during their journey through the Highlands? Why is each important?

13. How do Alan and David cross the river to reach Queensferry?

14. How does Mr. Rankeillor help David to claim his inheritance?

15. Why does Ebenezer confess his guilt?

16. Why is Alan so loyal to David and willing to help him? What does David do to help Alan?

17. Discuss the themes that Stevenson has incorporated into Kidnapped.

18. Name and explain the historical elements in Kidnapped.

19. Show how the Plot Structure follows a circular framework in its development.