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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. After sneaking out of the castle, where does Celia find Stephen working?

2. Which castle does Celia recall visiting with Richard?

3. What type of home do Celia and Richard live in?

4. Where does Ursula decide to take Celia at the end of Part 2, Chapter 6?

5. When Celia visits Stephen to say goodbye before her trip, what does she think he whispers to her?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Stephen make a vow to hate Sir Anthony?

2. What dangerous comment does Lady Ursula make in London?

3. Who is John Hoby?

4. Who is Bloody Bess?

5. Why is it suggested Celia should return to living at the Spread Eagle?

6. Why does Edna Simpson dislike Celia?

7. How does Celia de Bohun come to live at Cowdray Castle?

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

9. Who is Wat?

10. What stops Celia from worrying about her wedding?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Seton uses real historical figures in the novel "Green Darkness". Why does she do this? What historical figures does she portray? What purpose do these characters serve? Do they help or hinder the illustration of the 16th century life that Seton creates in the novel?

Essay Topic 2

"Green Darkness" is an example of a historical fiction and historical romance novel. Discuss the elements of these genres and why "Green Darkness" is an example.

Essay Topic 3

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

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