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

Short Answer Questions

1. James substitutes the phrase "take care of each other" instead of ______________.

2. Why does Coach say he never married?

3. What does James see as his chance to rise above mediocrity?

4. Which one of the men goes outside next to talk to Coach?

5. What name was George's baby given?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the role of men in the 1970s when the men in the play are living their adult lives. What precedents do they feel compelled to follow? What restrictions do they have? What freedoms did they enjoy that 21st century men do not?

Essay Topic 2

Antagonism takes on an almost human persona in this story. What is this literary technique called? Cite examples that support this position.

Essay Topic 3

Miller uses more than one instance of irony in the book. Cite at least two examples you can identify in the play and note why they are examples of irony.

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