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

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens after Brand closes the church?

2. The schoolmaster and the sexton are talking about Brand. According to them, why is Brand different?

3. Who decides to leave with Brand (other than members of the congregation) once he closes the church?

4. Before Brand goes to give his sermon, the Dean has come to speak to him about his obligations. What obligation does the Dean say Brand must fulfill?

5. During Brand's conversation with the Dean, what does he claim has deserted him?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Do you believe that Brand, given the chance, could save all of mankind? Why or why not (religious beliefs aside)? Remember to base your response off textual evidence.

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

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?

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