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

Short Answer Questions

1. What are the last words of the play?

2. How will Don determine the value of Bob's buffalo nickel?

3. At the end of Act II, who does Don tell to sit down?

4. Who says he feels like throwing up?

5. How does Teach plan to alert Don that he's waiting with the car?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Don says "action counts" in business. Do you agree or disagree that he made the wrong decision to allow Teach to become part of the break-in plan? How does he take action in this play and the robbery plan in particular?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss how nicknames are used in the play. What is the significance of Bob calling Don "Donny" at the end of Act II? Is Teach's nickname appropriate for him? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

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

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