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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. What does Hermione advise Harry to do when she learns he is still dreaming about the hallway inside the Ministry?

2. Who does Hagrid save before escaping into the Forbidden Forest?

3. What is the result of the hex Hermione placed on anyone that breaks the confidence of the D.A.?

4. Why does Dumbledore feel culpable for Sirius' death?

5. What does Harry discover when he goes to the infirmary to tell McGonagall about his dream?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Harry destroy so many items in Dumbledore's office after returning from the Ministry?

2. What is the purpose of Umbridge's new decree that prohibits teachers from giving students information beyond their course curriculum?

3. What light does Firenze's banishment from his people shed on the social structure of the wizarding world?

4. Do you think Snape was being truthful or that he was helping Harry when he told Umbridge he had no more truth potion? Give details that support your assertion.

5. Why do you think the room with the orbs is so hard to get to?

6. Why do Harry and Hermione decide to wait to tell Ron about Hagrid's brother?

7. Do you think Sirius has any responsibility for his own fate when he is hit by a spell and disappears through the archway? Explain.

8. Why do you think Voldemort is afraid of Dumbledore?

9. Why is Harry so determined to continue pressing forward, even against his friends' advice?

10. What makes the presence of Bellatrix Lestrange so important in Chapter 35?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The wizarding world is highly divided by both race and familial ties, with family lineage playing a large role in one's social standing. Choose one main character and discuss thoroughly the impact "blood" has on the character and their values. Be sure to include external and internal factors that contribute to this personal development.

Essay Topic 2

The romance between Harry and Cho plagues him throughout the novel as he attempts to navigate through her complex emotional state. What would have needed to be different for their romance to work? Would it have made a difference to the outcome of the novel?

Essay Topic 3

Ron and Hermione argue passionately over the plight of the House Elves at Hogwarts. Whose position do you agree with, and why? What role does slavery play in this novel? Does it affect anyone other than the House Elves?

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