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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 does Snape say that Defense Against the Dark Arts is an ever-evolving field?
2. Now that Voldemort and the Death Eaters return, what replaces most of the window decorations in Hogsmeade?
3. What is the reason for the visit to Marvolo Gaunt's house?
4. After Ron kisses Lavender Brown, why does Harry find it so difficult to talk to Hermione?
5. When is the first trip of the year to Hogsmeade scheduled for?
Short Essay Questions
1. How are the wizards told to greet each other now that Voldemort is back?
2. What is the real reason why Dumbledore spends so long in the bathroom at Slughorn's house?
3. What information about Snape is confirmed in Harry's mind, based on what he sees after the Christmas party?
4. Why does no one see Harry as they are leaving the train once it arrives at Hogwarts?
5. What reason does Snape give, in response to Bellatrix's accusations, about why he doesn't go straight back to Voldemort's side when Voldemort returns?
6. What surprise announcement does Dumbledore make about a change in teachers for the new year at Hogwarts?
7. What do Ron, Hermione, and Harry realize about Draco after their interaction with him in the dress shop in Hogsmeade?
8. What does Harry's harsh detention tell the reader about Snape's character?
9. What is the Prime Minister's general feeling about the Minister of Magic's visits?
10. What does Harry find particularly disappointing about the grade he receives on his Potions O.W.L.?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Choose three items or events from Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince that Rowling uses to foreshadow what happens later in the story. Discuss how these items do indeed foreshadow what happens, and provide specific evidence from the text that supports their role as something that foreshadows what happens.
Essay Topic 2
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince is often classified in the science fiction/fantasy genre. Discuss at least five features of novels in this genre and what aspects of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince meet these required features.
Essay Topic 3
Write an argument that discusses whether or not you think that Fleur and Bill Weasley should be married after Bill is attacked by the werewolf. Make sure to use specific evidence from the text, such as information about each of the character's personalities and what Rowling informs us (not what you may know from outside knowledge) about werewolves, to support your position.
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