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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. In Chapter 12, what scent does Howl wear?

2. What color uniform did Prince Justin wear when Michael sold him a finding spell and a disguise spell?

3. What type of place does Sophie say she would like to live in in Chapter 15?

4. Who is Howl's old tutor who he wants to help Sophie comfortable going to the palace?

5. What color is Howl's suit when he returns in Chapter 14?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Calcifer say about the Witch's fire demon in Chapter 16?

2. In Chapter 13, why does the King need his brother back?

3. In Chapter 12, why does Howl say they should see the King another day, and Sophie insists they go right away?

4. What does Sophie see out Howl's bedroom window in Chapter 14?

5. In Chapter 11, what complaints does Megan have about Howl?

6. What spells does Sophie create while she is alone in Chapter 10?

7. Why is Michael happy in Chapter 15?

8. In Chapter 10, where does Howl think he would see Sophie because nothing is safe from her?

9. In Chapter 15, where does Howl suggest that they move the castle?

10. What happens to Mrs. Pentstemmon in Chapter 13?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Genre is a way to classify a novel. Why is the novel a fantasy story rather than science fiction?

Essay Topic 2

In the novel, some characters are more thoroughly described than others. Who are some characters that are merely named in passing or have a minor role in the novel? What is the importance of these flat characters to the story line? In what way do these characters make the main characters more colorful or interesting? When there is conflict, what type of role do these flat characters play?

Essay Topic 3

Characters have fits in the novel when they do not get their way. Who are some of the characters who throw fits? Why are those fits called tantrums? How does Sophie take control and help various characters when they are having tantrums?

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