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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 word used interjectionally to express distaste, rejection, aversion, etc. does Sir Andrew Aguecheek use in Act III Scene IV?

2. What does Olivia say hides her heart in Act III Scene I?

3. What is the meaning of the word “requite” used in Act IV Scene II?

4. Sir Andrew Aguecheek claims that he would rather be what than a politician in Act III Scene II?

5. What does the word “lubber,” used in Act IV Scene I, refer to?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Sir Andrew Aguecheek’s character contribute to the tone of Twelfth Night?

2. Describe the character of Sir Andrew Aguecheek. How does Sir Toby Belch describe his friend?

3. Describe the character of Sir Toby Belch. How does Sir Toby contribute to the tone of the play?

4. How is Viola/Cesario saved from the duel in Act III Scene IV?

5. What leads to Antonio’s feelings of betrayal in Act III Scene IV?

6. What is the significance of Antonio’s status within Illyria? What led to this status?

7. How is irony illustrated through the circumstances surrounding Malvolio in Act IV?

8. How does the character of Feste contribute to the tone of Twelfth Night? What is the significance of Feste’s name?

9. How does Feste illustrate the theme of disguise in Act IV Scene II?

10. Is Malvolio’s treatment in Act IV is justified? Why or why not?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the characters of Sir Toby Belch and Maria. What archetypical role does Sir Toby Belch represent in the play? What have critics and literary theorists commented about these “merrymakers” in the narrative? How does Maria feel about Sir Toby?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss Viola’s reaction upon being brought the ring by Malvolio in Act II Scene II. What does the ring signify to Viola? What does it signify to Olivia? How does Viola feel about the confusion caused by her disguise?

Essay Topic 3

Analyze and discuss the philosophies on love and life discussed between Viola/Cesario and Orsino in Act II Scene IV. How do their philosophies differ? Do you believe these differences are based upon gender? Why or why not?

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