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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Sir Allwit react to Sir Walter's battle wounds?

2. Where is Moll discovered attempting to flee from her family?

3. Why does Touchwood Senior say riding after drinking is important to the patient?

4. Which of the following adjectives best describes Moll's condition when she is found after being dragged from the river?

5. How does Sir Oliver react to the news that Lady Kix is pregnant?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Middleton does not pull any punches when it comes to his beliefs about the Puritans. Explain Middleton's reaction to the Puritan religion and how his emotions come out in the play.

Essay Topic 2

Allwit and Sir Walter have an unusual business arrangement between them. Briefly explain what Sir Walter's duties are to Allwit, and what Allwit offers Sir Walter in compensation. Explain why Allwit feels the need to hire Sir Walter for such an unusual job, and what he gets out of the arrangement.

Essay Topic 3

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?

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