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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. In reference to the coin book, who says, "this is what I'm saying ... you got to know what you're talking about"?

2. In Act I, who says, "I'm sorry. I thought we were done talking"?

3. How much money did Fletcher win at cards, according to Don?

4. How much does Don tell Teach he sells his collectibles for?

5. What does Teach ask Bob about after he returns from the diner with Don's coffee?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Teach object to Don eating yogurt for breakfast?

2. Why does Don say that Fletcher did not steal the pig iron from Ruthie?

3. What are Bob's injuries after being hit by Teach?

4. What does Teach mention about Bob that makes Don angry after he's given Bob fifty dollars?

5. What is the final thing that Don has to forgive Bob for?

6. Why is Don certain that Fletcher will not rob the coin collector on his own?

7. Why is Don so upset that Fletcher has not arrived in the evening?

8. What is Teach's reaction to having Fletcher on the break in job?

9. What does Don try to teach Bob at the beginning of the play?

10. How does Bob try to make peace between Don and Teach when they begin to argue in Act II?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss David Mamet's writing style in this play. How does he use different language and speaking styles to create unique characters?

Essay Topic 2

Teach says, "we all live like the cavemen" after the violent encounter between him, Don, and Bob. Discuss the meaning of this statement as it pertains to Teach. How does Teach act more like a caveman than the other two characters?

Essay Topic 3

Describe how Teach becomes increasingly violent as the play progresses. What evidence do we have of his dangerous nature even before he attacks Bob?

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