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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 Dumbledore do to get Harry out of trouble?

2. What does Draco swear to do when he meets Harry back at Hogwarts after the battle at the Ministry?

3. What do Hermione and Harry tell Ron to get him to stop talking about the Quidditch Cup match?

4. Who gave the prophecy that linked Harry forever with Voldemort?

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

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Why do Sirius and Snape have a near-violent argument just before the children return to Hogwarts from the holiday break?

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

4. What factors lead into Harry deciding he wants to become an Auror?

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

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

7. Why does Harry have such a difficult time understanding Cho's feelings and reaction during their first date?

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

9. Why are the centaurs angry with Hagrid, and what makes them decide not to attack him?

10. What is unusual about Dumbledore's demeanor when fighting Voldemort?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Symbolism is significant in the names Rowling chooses for the characters, objects and places in the novel. Choose two symbolic names and demonstrate how they foreshadow the action of the plot.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the conflict between races in the novel, and how the author uses this conflict to illuminate attitudes and challenges in modern society.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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