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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 will Angharad go in Chapter 34?

3. What does Huw work as in Chapter 32?

4. Who kisses Huw in Chapter 24?

5. Whose ribs does Huw break in Chapter 34?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does a mob form outside of Hamlet?

2. Describe the incident and aftermath of the beating of Evan John.

3. Where do the Morgan boys move to in Chapter 39?

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

5. Why does Huw move in with Bronwen?

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

7. Who does Angharad marry, and how does she feel about it?

8. Why is Gruffydd depressed?

9. How does the Queen's invitation affect the family?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Themes of health and money are prominent in the beginning of "How Green Was My Valley". How are the themes of health and money (specifically attitudes about money) reflected in this chapter? How does each character value health and money? Why? Make sure you answer each question with evidence from the novel.

Essay Topic 2

Religion is a prominent theme throughout "How Green Was My Valley". How is the theme of religion reflected in the story? How is religion used to manipulate another person, and why? How does religion play a role in the valley? Make sure you answer each question with evidence from the novel.

Essay Topic 3

The themes of cruelty and unfairness are prominent in the novel. How are the themes of cruelty and unfairness reflected in the novel? Which characters are affected most acutely by cruelty and unfairness? Why? Make sure you answer each question with evidence from the novel.

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