Anna Christie | Short Essay Answer Key

Short Essay Answer Key

1. What is the setting of Act 1?

The setting of Act 1 is Johnny-the-Priest's saloon near South Street in New York City. The barroom has a large window that looks out onto the street. Off the barroom is a small back room with four wooden tables with five chairs grouped around each table.

2. Describe Chris's appearance.

Chris Christopherson is a short, broad-shouldered man around 50. He has a round, weather-beaten face. He has lively light-blue eyes, a large mouth with a yellow mustache, and a thick neck. His body is squat, and his arms and legs are short.

3. What is Chris's reaction to receiving a letter from Anna?

Upon arriving at the bar, Larry gives Chris a letter he has been holding for him. After slowly reading the letter, Chris is excited to learn that Anna plans to arrive soon. He says it...
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