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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is on the record album that David is playing?

2. When Margaret was delivering their baby, where was Luke?

3. What scares David about being a musician?

4. In Act II, who says that it's the man who's supposed to lead, not the woman?

5. Who says in Act II, "The way that box is going, you wouldn't of hear the Holy Ghost come in"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Symbolism is used during "The Amen Corner." Baldwin makes a point of saying that Ida Jackson is "not dressed in white" in Act I and that Sisters Moore and Boxer are dressed in white in the final act. Discuss the use of and meaning of the color white.

Essay Topic 2

Many of the characters undergo change during "The Amen Corner." Yet Odessa stays consistent in her devotion to her sister and the church. Can you name another character who remains consistent in words and actions throughout the play? Cite examples from the play to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

In the first act, Margaret preaches on "Set thine house in order, for thou shalt die and not live." Discuss how her sermon foreshadows what is to come.

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