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

Short Answer Questions

1. In another aside, about what does the Count worry?

2. How does the notary explain the apparent mix-up?

3. Why does Rosine speak very coldly and formally to the Count?

4. What is Bartholo trying to understand about Rosine?

5. Why will Bazile and the notary not be there earlier?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The Count sings to Rosine.

Part 1) Why does he sing to her?

Part 2) Is this typical of theatre at this time? Why or why not?

Part 3) Why is singing included in this play? How have plays evolved over time, regarding the use of music?

Essay Topic 2

Bazile can easily be won over with money.

Part 1) Give three examples of this.

Part 2) How has he hurt and helped the Count?

Part 3) What commedia character does he represent? Would an audience have been satisfied by this character? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Rosine stands at her window holing a paper.

Part 1) What is on this paper? What does she do with this paper?

Part 2) What is significant about papers, letters, and notes in commedia?

Part 3) how are letters and other papers used to add excitement, confusion, and humor in this play?

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