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

Short Answer Questions

1. As the congregation pours into the church to find Brand, what do the priests claim is wrong with him?

2. In the opening of Act 5, Scene 3, what is Brand's appearance?

3. Who does the Mayor believe he can get to help with the re-construction of the church?

4. A tattered woman with a baby in her arms enters where Brand and Agnes are. What is it that the woman needs?

5. According to the Mayor, what day will never come?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain why one may see Brand as both an exceptional missionary and a destructive person. Compare and contrast both of these sides of Brand. Why do they seem to balance each other out so well? Or do they?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the conversation between Brand and Gerd in Act 5 l 1694-1703. What is Gerd saying about Brand? Do you agree with Gerd and see Brand as the Savior? What about a martyr, or as a stigmatic? Why?

Essay Topic 3

The Mayor and Brand are at war throughout the novel. Describe two of their arguments. Who do you believe to be the stronger man? Why do you believe this? Be sure to use textual evidence.

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