1. By Sophie Black

2.  The hermit whets his knife, preparing to kill Edward. Miles Hendon enters the hovel, and the hermit tells Miles that he has sent Edward on an errand. Miles realizes the hermit has lied when the hermit tells Miles he’s an archangel. Miles waits until he decides that Edward has become lost. The hermit offers to help find him, but both are beaten by Canty and Hugo, who “rescue” Edward.

3.  How does Miles know that the hermit has lied about Edward being sent on an errand? Why is he so easily deceived?

4.  To Sharpen a knife  “…heedless of the drift of time, and softly whetted his knife…“ (Page 92)

5.  Pleasantly calm or peaceful; unruffled; tranquil; serenely quiet or undisturbed.  “…and placidly whetted his knife, mumbling, from time to time.“ (Page 93)

6.  Lacking the ability to express oneself, esp. in clear and effective speech.  “The rest was lost in inarticulate mutterings.” (Page 93)

7.  To talk or act insincerely or deceitfully; lie or use trickery.  “Now palter no more; for look you, holy sir, an‘ thou produce him not…“ (Page 93)

8.  A person who wanders about idly and has no permanent home or employment; vagabond; tramp.  “O, Good sir, peradventure you mean the ragged regal vagrant that tarried here the night.” (Page 93)

9.  The quality of being complaisant.