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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Chris say is a million times worse than being a sailor?

2. What does Burke call Chris when Chris grasps Burke by the arm at the end of Act 3?

3. Where is Cape Town located?

4. What does Anna accuse Burke and Chris of treating her like when they are arguing over whom is going to give her orders.

5. What explanation does Burke give for why he and Chris were fighting?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe Burke's impact on Anna. How does he influence her in a positive way? How does she see him as a worthwhile man?

Essay Topic 2

When Burke hears about Anna's past life, he blames her for destroying him. In your opinion, what does this reveal about Burke's character? Does his harsh judgment of Anna's past behavior reflect on him poorly? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Does it seem believable that Burke concluded that he wanted to marry Anna after such a short acquaintance? How does a romantic vision fuel his decision? Do you think he knows Anna well enough to determine the kind of person she is? Why or why not?

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