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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Moll claim to have contracted the disease that is plaguing her?

2. Who does Tim decide to invite to the party?

3. How does Moll react to the news that Touchwood Junior is dead?

4. What does Moll claim will happen to her regardless of her parents' care?

5. With whom does Tim argue about the nature of fools?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Touchwood Senior concocts a ridiculous plan to impregnate Lady Kix that relies almost solely on Sir Oliver's gullibility. Describe Touchwood Senior's plan and Sir Oliver's reaction to the plan. Explain Sir Oliver's reaction when he finds out the truth behind his duping.

Essay Topic 2

Another struggle that is present in the play is Lady Kix's struggle to get pregnant. Explain why it is so important for Lady Kix to get pregnant, and then explain what lengths she decides to go through in order to assure she will have a child. What is the outcome of her struggle? Is her plan a success? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

When Sir Walter is first introduced to the audience, it is made clear that he is in deep debt to his family. Explain why Sir Walter has gone into such deep debt, and what he intends to do about resolving those debts. Explain why Sir Walter feels the need to keep his debts hidden to the other characters in the play.

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