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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. How many men does the sheriff tell the mayor he has sworn in as new deputies in Act 2, Part 3?
2. Who does Peggy blame for distracting Hildy in Act 2, Part 5?
3. What is Hildy talking about repeatedly at the beginning of Act 2, Part 5?
4. What does Peggy accuse Hildy of during their argument in Act 2, Part 5?
5. What does Mollie grab to defend herself with towards the end of Act 2, Part 4?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
What are some of the initial differences between Hildy and the other reporters, as they are displayed in Act 1, Part 3? Why are they significant and how do they affect the main theme of the play?
Essay Topic 2
In Act 2, Part 4, Williams escapes from jail, causing Hildy to act on his reporter's instincts and choose to follow the story. Analyze his decision at that point in the play based on two factors:
1) Was the decision made purely out of instinct, or did he consider the alternatives, and consciously make it?
2) What is the association between Hildy's character and his decision? Based on the kind of person he is and the values he has, did he really have a choice? Why or why not?
Be sure to include specific examples from the play to support your opinions and analysis.
Essay Topic 3
Analyze the contrast in character of Hildy as opposed to the mayor and the sheriff. Use the entire play as a reference to explain how the actions of the Mayor and the Sheriff defined Hildy's character even more. Why was that contrast significant to the main theme of the play? Be sure to include specific examples as necessary.
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