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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. Whose ribs does Huw break in Chapter 34?
2. What do Gwilym and the Morgans prepare as the new chapel?
3. Who owns the colliery?
4. Who brings breakfast for the manager and clerks in Chapter 41?
5. Whose choir does the Queen ask to perform for her?
Short Essay Questions
1. Who does Angharad marry, and how does she feel about it?
2. How does the novel reflect the interwoven quality of family?
3. How does Gwilym react to Beth's absence when she goes to London to visit her kids?
4. How does Huw react to witnessing his first prizefight?
5. Describe Huw's relationship with Bronwen in Chapters 22 and 23.
6. What does Mrs. Nicholas gossip about in Chapter 32?
7. Describe the downfall of the valley in Chapter 20.
8. Why is Gruffydd a broken man in Chapter 36?
9. Why are Olwen and Bronwen threatened by striking workers in Chapter 40?
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
Aside from the main characters that make up most of the novel, there are other minor characters that play a significant role in "How Green Was My Valley". What representation was the strongest and most significant in the story besides the main characters? What message did the author intend to give through this story? Make sure you answer each question with evidence from the novel.
Essay Topic 2
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 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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