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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who calls the second hospital to verify that Fletcher is there?

2. Which hospital is Fletcher admitted to?

3. Who does Bob say he bought the nickel from?

4. When Bob returns to the store at night with his nickel, who does he tell Teach he should talk to?

5. What is the weather when Bob is about to go to the hospital?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the importance of setting in the novel. How does Don's Resale Shop create a useful backdrop for the characters and their schemes?

Essay Topic 2

Describe several instances of the way humor is used in American Buffalo. Does David Mamet use humor effectively? 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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