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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who points out Harold to Cowboy?

2. What does Michael ask Donald to help with?

3. What does Hank claim he had with Larry?

4. Alan claims to not pass judgment on ____________________.

5. What does Alan symbolize for the men?

Short Essay Questions

1. What seems to brighten Donald's glum mood?

2. With whom does Harold leave the party?

3. Who is Cowboy and why is he at the party tonight?

4. What do the men do as they wait for the other guests to arrive?

5. Who are the next three dinner guests to arrive at Michael's apartment?

6. Why is Emory annoyed with Cowboy?

7. How is Michael surprised when he grabs the phone from Alan?

8. What is the game the men decide to play and what are the rules?

9. Explain the symbolism of Michael's apartment.

10. How does Michael clarify an invitation for Alan to come over for drinks?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Project into the future ten years after the end of the play and write a brief synopsis for the lives of four of the characters. Be sure to incorporate personal, political and cultural impacts on the characters' lives.

Essay Topic 2

The role of parental influence is a strong one on most of the men. Cite three examples noting the role of the family in general. Then cite three examples that showcase how the men feel their parents impacted them negatively.

Essay Topic 3

Explain the concept of loneliness as it exhibits in the story. Which of the characters are lonely? Are they all lonely in some way? Explain the loneliness and the methods and attempts to overcome it.

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