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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 Lady Britomart and Mr. Undershaft's current relationship?

2. How long has it been since Mr. Undershaft has seen his children?

3. Who does Mr. Undershaft first mistake for his son?

4. Lady Britomart believes which topic is not fit for discussion?

5. What topic does Lady Britomart wish to discuss with her son, Stephen?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Bill Walker get the last laugh on Barbara?

2. What is Adolphus Cusins' reason for arriving late?

3. What types of money does Barbara refuse to accept?

4. What are Barbara and Adolphus Cusins' final decisions?

5. What are the reasons Lady Britomart has invited Mr. Undershaft over?

6. What were the results of the Salvation Army march?

7. What is the difference between Stephen and Barbara's views of people in the world?

8. How does Mr. Undershaft show interest in Barbara's work?

9. What are Mr. Undershaft's views on religion?

10. How does Barbara feel about Mr. Undershaft's visit?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Hypocritical moralities are a theme throughout Major Barbara. Choose 3 examples of how Shaw reflects hypocritical moralities and write about that usage.

Essay Topic 2

Poverty in Britain is a theme that we see in Major Barbara. What were the conditions of poverty in the early 1900s, and how do they compare to Shaw's representation?

Essay Topic 3

Major Barbara is a discussion play rather than an action play. Compare and contrast the 2 writing styles and the effectiveness of the messages.

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