Some passages should be dwelt upon at greater length by the teacher, and others more lightly touched upon, so that the connections of the various parts will be understood. A close and tedious consideration of all the lines would not show a good critical taste, as some passages are very fine, while others have only ordinary merit. The teacher should disclose the identity of Fitz-James as James V of Scotland and should explain the cause of the exile of the Douglas Family. He should also sketch the life of rebellion and consequent outlawry led by some of the Highland clans before they were reduced to submission. CANTO I The teacher should study with the pupils the Invocation of the three opening stanzas and ask them to read the first canto. He should next discuss it briefly, as suggested in the following outline: What are the main divisions of the first canto? 1. The chase 2. Description of the Trossachs 3. Description of Ellen Douglas 4. Description of Fitz-James. Why is the story of the chase introduced? It brings Fitz-James alone into the enemy's country, where he meets Ellen Douglas, and prepares the way for the adventures that follow. What is the story of the chase? The hundred huntsmen and the horses and the dogs become wearied in the long pursuit after the stag. One huntsman alone is left to enter the deep ravine where the stag escapes. This description of the Trossachs made the spot famous, and ever since it has been a favourite resort of tourists. CANTO II The Island What are the divisions of this canto? 1. The departure of the huntsmen 2. Description of the minstrel 3. The story of Roderick's love 4. Return of the Clan-Alpine 5. Malcolm Graeme 6. The quarrel. What is the value of this canto? It explains many facts that we did not understand. Among others, it shows us the relation of the Douglases to the King and to Roderick Dhu. It tells of the love of Malcolm Graeme for Ellen and of Roderick's hopeless love for her. It shows us Roderick's noble traits of character and the fearful cruelties of which he is capable. He cannot possibly win Ellen's love. CANTO III The Gathering What are the main divisions of this canto? 1. Roderick's determination to renew hostilities 2. Brian the Hermit 3. The ceremony 4. The message of the Fiery Cross 5. Roderick's devotion to Ellen 6. The gathering. What are the best passages in this canto? 1. Description of Loch Katrine 2. The coronach 3. Hymn to the Virgin.