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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Hagrid not allowed to use magic?

2. What does Draco Malfoy call Hermione?

3. Whose fault does Ron originally think it might be when Harry does not answer any letters?

4. Who else is in the car with Ron?

5. What does Harry do with Dobby when Uncle Vernon comes into the room to tell Harry to be quiet?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the difference between the treatment that Harry and Dudley receive from Petunia and Vernon Dursley as outlined in Chapter One.

2. In Chapter Two Harry has a dream that he is in locked in a cage. Explain how the dream explains his situation and his feelings.

3. What is confusing to Harry when he hears the voice in the hall before they find the petrified cat?

4. What does Professor Binns tell the students about the Chamber of Secrets?

5. What does Harry see while he is hiding in the Borgin and Burkes Shop on Knockturn Alley.

6. What is the reaction that Harry and Ron receive from the other students in the Gryffindor House when they enter it after leaving Professor McGonagall's office in Chapter Five?

7. Give one word that explains Vernon Dursley's reaction when Harry says "magic" in Chapter One. Explain why you have given this word.

8. Explain the relationship between Collin Creevey and Harry Potter as seen in Chapter Seven.

9. Describe Gilderoy Lockhart.

10. Describe Mr. and Mrs. Weasley.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There are things in the book that point strongly in the direction of the Chamber of Secrets and the monster that lies within--Ginny and her odd behavior, the voice that only Harry can hear, and Moaning Myrtle. Take away one of these and explain how it would have changed the rest of the story and what it added to have it included.

Essay Topic 2

Describe Gilderoy Lockhart's effect on the other teachers at the school.

Part 1-Had Lockhart not been there, would Harry and Ron have gone into the Chamber by themselves?

Part 2-What would have been different in the story if Lockhart had not been there? Remember that Lockhart suggested the dueling club and was the cause of other situations.

Essay Topic 3

Explain Dobby's frame of mind that tore him between loyalty to his family and a desire to help Harry Potter. Which do you feel was stronger? Explain.

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