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

Short Answer Questions

1. What sound effect signals a change in eras?

2. According to the diagram, what can never be recovered after an action is complete?

3. What are the four actors onstage doing when the lights go down?

4. What can't Noakes provide for the garden?

5. Hannah leaves because ____________________________.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Stoppard's play explores classical and romantic understanding in several situations. Write an essay in which you determine whether Stoppard seems to favor one of these schools of thought over the other. Use examples from the text to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 2

According to Chloe, individual attraction is the one reason why determinism doesn't work as a theory. Consider the events of the play and defend, refute, or quality the accuracy of this sentiment.

Essay Topic 3

How does Stoppard use time to develop his message in "Arcadia?" Write an essay in which you determine and support Stoppard's message about time, using specific references to the author's mention and manipulation of time in the play.

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