No Exit | Short Essay Answer Key

Short Essay Answer Key

1. What is the setting for the one act play, NO EXIT?

A room decorated with Second Empire furniture, including three sofas upholstered in different colors, and a large bronze statue.

2. What suggests that Garcin has a vague idea of where he is?

Garcin asks where all the instruments of torture are, but the Valet laughs and suggests that Garcin is joking.

3. Explain the exchange about the toothbrush.

He complains that he hasn't been allowed to keep a toothbrush. The Valet comments calmly that there really isn't any need for a toothbrush.

4. How does Garcin begin to explore the room?

Garcin tries to move the statue, but discovers that it's immovable. He wonders if it's possible to turn out the lights and Valet replies that it rarely happens.

5. What is Garcin's question about calling the valet?

Garcin asks whether the Valet will...
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