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

Short Answer Questions

1. What religion does Burke ask if Anna is?

2. What sounds can be heard at the beginning of Act 4?

3. What does Anna tell Burke and Chris that stuns both men in Act 3?

4. Why did Anna return to the cabin after buying a train ticket?

5. What does Anna say about being alone after Burke goes back to sea?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the theme of man versus nature in Anna Christie. How does Burke describe his survival at sea? What stories does Chris share about men overcoming the challenges of the sea?

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

Discuss the importance of fog in the play. How does O'Neill use it as a metaphor for both opportunity and uncertainty?

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