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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Lena say when Boesman asks, "Are you coming? It's the last time I ask you"?

2. What does "vlenterbroek" mean?

3. When does the play take place?

4. What does Lena begin doing after Boesman goes into the shelter?

5. What is the setting for the stage in Boesman and Lena?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the word "identity." What characters search for their identity in Boesman and Lena? How?

Essay Topic 2

Describe the word "racism." What does this word mean to you? What does it mean in the play?

Essay Topic 3

What purpose does the character Outa serve to the action and plot of the play? How does he affect the other characters?

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