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

Short Answer Questions

1. As Brand leaves the Mayor to prepare for his sermon, the Mayor is very confused by Brand's words. What does the Mayor believe Brand has been doing?

2. What form appears to Brand after he has been chased from the hilltop by the congregation?

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

4. The Mayor comes to see Brand and tells Brand that the congregation is waiting for him. What does Brand say to the Mayor's request to begin his sermon?

5. During Brand's contemplation of the Mayor's visit, what word does he say "slips smoothly enough from off the lips?"

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Consider the following lines: "One day the light will dawn, replete: the greatest triumph is defeat!" (Brand- Act 3, l 592-593). Discuss the comparison that Brand is making. Why is he making this comparison? What is unusual about the comparison?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the religious aspect (what the Mayor could be represented as) of the Mayor handing out food/supplies to the townspeople.

Essay Topic 3

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

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