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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Cherie feel about her situation with Bo?

2. Which character returns in this act at the end?

3. Why is Elma headed for Topeka?

4. What happens between the person who intervenes and Bo?

5. Who does Cherie talk to about Bo?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Why do you think Elma was excited to learn Dr. Lyman's real purpose in wanting to date her? Do you believe she indeed has sexual powers? How would you react if you were Elma? Do you feel her feelings are justified? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

In what way does this play explore relationships? Do you feel that the exploration of these relationships would change if this play was set in modern times? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

How does this play end? Would you characterize it as on a happy or sad note? Why would you characterize it that way?

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