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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Primus say Helena is?

2. What is the first thing Alquist says when he is alone?

3. What does Alquist ask Helena to get for him?

4. What does Damon say it necessary to do to become people?

5. What does Damon scream for Alquist to do?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

R.U.R is famous for having introduced the word robot into popular culture. How has the term and the idea that robots could exist evolved? Why have humans been so fascinated by robots? What part do robots play in today's society?

Essay Topic 2

Choose one of the following and examine it what expresses about early-20th century society:

1) Greed.

2) Humanitarian work.

3) Mistrust of other cultures.

Essay Topic 3

Examine the plays reception in three different countries including the country the play was written. How do their opinions about the play differ? Was the play more influential in one country than another? If so, why?

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