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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. As the squall hits the fjord, what do the townsfolk threaten Brand with?

2. What does Einar claim Brand has of his?

3. In the opening act, who is with Brand?

4. What does Brand offer the Mayor instead of money?

5. Who does Brand's mother wish to take the glare of blinding light away?

Short Essay Questions

1. What different attempts does Brand's mother make to get him to come to her on her deathbed?

2. What has changed in Brand's life over the past year and a half (since the end of Act 4)?

3. Explain what the form that appears to Brand tells him.

4. What is the peasant willing to give up, and not give up, for a priest to visit his ailing daughter?

5. After the Doctor leaves, what does the Man who comes to visit Brand come to warn him of?

6. After decorating for Christmas, Agnes says that she is going to bring out all of her treasure. What does her treasure consist of?

7. Brand decides to help the woman whose husband needs a priest. What dangerous act must Brand perform to get to her home?

8. Why does Agnes have an issue with how rigid Brand is regarding his God and faith?

9. Why does the Mayor need Brand's help in his building?

10. What does Brand believe he has given up to be at this moment in life (the new church)?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There are several references to "light" throughout the play. Choose three examples and explain their relevance to the play.

Essay Topic 2

Choose one of the several biblical references seen throughout the play. Discuss the biblical reference's importance to the play and the character.

Essay Topic 3

What does Brand's credo of "All or Nothing" cost him throughout the play? Be sure to state the cost, what decision he was given regarding the credo, and the outcome of his decision.

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