25.
Based on what he writes to his brother in a later letter, what does Dundas think was the
reason he was appointed to the post of Sergeant Surgeon?
26.
How is the position of Sergeant Surgeon described? Was it a big deal to be appointed to
this position?
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27.
When did Dundas write to his brother?
28.
Why does Dundas think his brother might be displeased with him?
29.
Besides the fact that it was "improper" to write and tell of the King's condition, why else
did Dundas tell his brother he didn't write?
30.
Dundas says he stayed with the King how often and for how long?
31.
In the second paragraph Dundas mentions the political situation and wonders whether the
King's physicians would ever receive "indemnification [payment] equivalent to what
they have given up." What does Dundas say he has tried to do in regards to the whole
political crisis?
32.
The final two paragraphs talk about family, friends and dogs. How does Dundas' letter
compare with letters or e-mails you may have sent or read?
33.
Enlarge and look at the actual letter David Dundas sent his brother. What do you notice
about his writing and the letter itself?
34.
How many pages is the letter?
35.
Based on how many pages Dundas used, do you think he had easy access to writing paper
and ink? What does this tell us about how much money David Dundas had?
36.
Look at the letter and try to read some of Dundas' handwriting. You can also look at the
transcript to see the words typed out. How would you describe Dundas' penmanship?
How does it compare with yours?
