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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What poem does Mary recite?
(a) Poor Poetry.
(b) The Blaze.
(c) Madness.
(d) The Fire.

2. Which line causes an abrupt break in the action?
(a) To hell with polishing!
(b) Nevertheless, it was the cow that gave us tails.
(c) You are not old enough yet for that.
(d) When I say yes, it's only a manner of speaking.

3. According to the Fire Chief, why can't he put out a fire at a naturalized citizen's house?
(a) They don't have the right to have their fires put out.
(b) They drive on the wrong side of the road.
(c) They do not know how to make tea properly.
(d) They cannot be insured.

4. In Mr. Smith's story, "The Snake and the Fox", what new feature does the snake obviously possess?
(a) Feet.
(b) Hair.
(c) Toes.
(d) Hands.

5. What food does the Smith's daughter prefer?
(a) Tea and scones.
(b) Bacon and eggs.
(c) Milk and porridge.
(d) Eggs and ham.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Mr. Martin, who is William?

2. What complaint does Mr. Smith have about women?

3. According to Mrs. Smith, if paper is for writing and the cat is for the rat, what is cheese for?

4. What is Mrs. Martin's first name?

5. What does Mary claim is her real name?

Short Essay Questions

1. How do the characters deviate from their assigned stations in life?

2. How do the characters react to Mary's poem, "The Fire"?

3. How are pity and fear used to evoke a response from the audience?

4. What conflicts arise in the play and how are they resolved?

5. Describe the discussion that centers around Dr. Mackenzie-King.

6. What revelation does Mary give about the Martin family?

7. What satirical elements exist in the play?

8. Describe Mrs. Smith.

9. Describe the Mr. and Mrs. Martin's daughter.

10. What official business has the Fire Chief visiting the Smiths?

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