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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 suggest the men do when the dancing is halted?

2. What message does Hank leave for Larry?

3. Michael says that Alan has had an intimate relationship with ________________.

4. Who does Emory phone?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The theme of struggling with personal identity is an important one in this play. Describe how it extends through setting, character and issues and provide examples for each.

Essay Topic 2

Explain the significance of the play's title--THE BOYS IN THE BAND. Why did Crowley choose this title? Is there an understood message in the title? Or is the author just having fun with the reader?

Essay Topic 3

Explain the taboo of homosexuality in the 1960s. Compare and contrast homosexuality in America during the 1960s to homosexuality in America today. What major changes have occurred--both positive and negative?

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