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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 is wrong with Meillyn Lewis?
2. How many men are let go after the five week strike in Chapter 2?
3. What language does Huw speak at the National School?
4. What profession does Ianto consider?
5. What is Bronwen's father's profession?
Short Essay Questions
1. Describe the wedding in Chapter 2.
2. What is one sign that "wickedness" has entered the valley?
3. Who does Huw love and for how long?
4. What does Gwilym senior think of women's tears?
5. What causes Davy, Owen, and Gwilym to leave home in Chapter 5?
6. How is the village portrayed in Chapter 1?
7. What does Gwilym senior think of unions early on in the novel?
8. What is the valley culture like when it comes to being attracted to someone?
9. How does Huw's experience with Marged affect him?
10. Describe how Beth and Gwilym met.
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
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 2
The colliery is the center of much trouble throughout the novel, and the conservative and passionate characters often butt heads about how to deal with the trouble. Describe the colliery situation. How is the theme of justice reflected in the novel? Who is passionate for justice and why? How does this character's passion for justice affect others? Make sure you answer each question with evidence from the novel.
Essay Topic 3
The setting is a very important aspect of "How Green Was My Valley". Describe the setting. How does the setting influence Huw in the present, and how has the setting influenced Huw in the past? Make sure you answer each question with evidence from the novel.
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