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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. How is Celia's behavior at dinner?

2. Who does Stephen think Celia de Bohuns resembles?

3. What happens to Celia's arms at the end of Part 1, Chapter 2?

4. In her unresponsive state, where does Celia say she is awaiting the King?

5. Why is Lady Bess's death a blessing for Celia?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Dr. Julian left without a place to stay?

2. What is Celia's mood like when she and Ursula set out for the north?

3. What happens to Celia when she visits Cowdray Castle?

4. Why does Edna Simpson dislike Celia?

5. Why is Sir Allen nervous about the King's visit to Cowdray?

6. Why has the monk, Stephen, been hidden away?

7. How does Celia feel one week after arriving at Naworth Castle?

8. How does Dr. Julian treat Mrs. Allen for her fit?

9. What stops Celia from worrying about her wedding?

10. What does Richard decide to do after Celia is taken to the hospital?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The role of protagonist is shared between Celia Marsdon and Celia de Bohun. Compare and contrast the two characters.

Essay Topic 2

The novel introduces Celia and Richard as a couple who are experiencing marriage problems. Although it is evident that they once loved each other, something seems to be tearing them apart presently. Describe the way in which Celia and Richard met and fell in love. What goes wrong in their marriage? How do they try to fix it? How do they treat one another? What parallels can be made between the relationship between Celia and Richard Marsdon and Celia de Bohun and Stephen Marsdon?

Essay Topic 3

Religion is a prominent aspect of 16th century life in England. It is closely intertwined with the government and the Monarchy. Discuss how religion and the changes happening during the time with religion affect the characters of the novel "Green Darkness".

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