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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. In Mary's poem, what was burning?
(a) Everything.
(b) Polyps.
(c) Nothing.
(d) Passion.

2. What does Mary claim is her real name?
(a) Sherlock Holmes.
(b) Bobby Watson.
(c) Mary Martin.
(d) Elizabeth.

3. In Mr. Smith's story, "The Snake and the Fox", what weapon does the fox possess?
(a) A sword.
(b) A knife.
(c) A bow.
(d) A gun.

4. Whom did Dr. Mackenzie-King operate on before he operated on Parker?
(a) Himself.
(b) Mary.
(c) Mr. Smith.
(d) Mrs. Smith.

5. What is Mrs. Watson's first name?
(a) Bobby.
(b) John.
(c) Sam.
(d) George.

Short Answer Questions

1. What question does Mrs. Smith pose about Bobby Watson's work habits?

2. What time is it when the clock strikes 17 times at the beginning of the play?

3. According to Mrs. Smith, what must one look out of in real life?

4. What does Mrs. Smith recommend giving the Watsons for a wedding present?

5. To what does Mr. Smith compare doctors and their patients?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. How is contradiction used as a literary device?

3. How does the play parody English society?

4. Describe the setting of the play.

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

6. Describe the plot behind Mrs. Smith's story of the man who bought flowers.

7. How is the plot developed in the play?

8. Describe the protagonist and antagonist of the play.

9. How does the Fire Chief settle the argument over the doorbell?

10. Why are the Smiths angry with Mary when she announces the arrival of the Martins?

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