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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Agnes claim was wrong with her "visitor" during the night when Brand was gone?

2. As Brand is speaking aloud to himself in Act 4, he talks about a gift that Agnes possesses. What is the gift that he tells of?

3. During Brand's impromptu sermon, what does he claim the congregation does with God's flag?

4. Act 5 begins how long after the close of Act 4?

5. Brand makes a very specific demand of Agnes in regard to the woman. What does Brand tell Agnes to do?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

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.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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