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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. Who does Angharad marry?

2. Where do Gwilym and Owen want to work in Chapter 24?

3. Who goes to live with Bronwen in Chapter 32?

4. Who got fired for starting a union in London?

5. Who wins the boxing match that Huw goes to watch?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why doesn't Huw give in to Ceinwen in Chapter 24?

2. How does Huw react to witnessing his first prizefight?

3. How does Huw feel when he almost gets into trouble for being out on the mountain with Ceinwen?

4. Why is Huw expelled from school?

5. What happens to Mr. Jonas in Chapter 19, and why?

6. Describe the downfall of the valley in Chapter 20.

7. Describe the "game of women."

8. What items does the Queen give to Ivor, and how does Gwillym react?

9. Describe Huw's relationship with Bronwen in Chapters 22 and 23.

10. Why does a mob form outside of Hamlet?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Foreshadowing is a tool that is used throughout this novel. How does foreshadowing play a role in this novel? What happens in the novel that fulfills the foreshadowing? Make sure you answer each question with evidence from the novel.

Essay Topic 2

The murder of Delys Pritchard makes up a dark period in the history of the valley. The way it is dealt with shows the morals of the valley. How does the community react to Delys Pritchard's murder, and how do they find the murderer? How does the community react to any outside help (ie, the police)? How are the themes of morality and revenge reflected? Make sure you answer each question with evidence from the novel.

Essay Topic 3

Huw seems to have a good relationship with everyone, and this is probably due to his personality. Describe Huw's personality. How does Huw's personality influence the personalities of those around him? How does his personality affect his relationship with others? Make sure you answer each question with evidence from the novel.

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