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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Michael do during Alan's phone call?

2. What does Michael tell the group about Harold?

3. Where is Harold encouraged to sit after dinner?

4. What does Michael tell Donald to do before he leaves?

5. What does Harold call Michael?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the role of Alan's character in the play? Why did the author choose to insert him into the drama? Do you think Alan or the other men are better off for Alan's presence in the play? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

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 3

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.

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