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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Leland kill Sam?

2. Which of the following is not addressed in this scene?

3. How was Delia's proposed clinic site destroyed?

4. Which two characters go out to dinner to celebrate?

5. Guy expects good news to come from ___________________ any day.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The role of women is a main topic addressed in this story. Explain the theme that extends through all the female characters. What is the presumed role of women in America during the 1930s? Explain by giving examples.

Essay Topic 2

Explain Cleage's use of humor in the play. Cite examples of at least two different instances of humor and explain why the author used them where she did.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the overall setting for the play. Why does Cleage use the setting she does? What is the time period of the story? How important is the time period to the attitudes and issues of the characters?

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