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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How many funerals will be held for Moll and Touchwood Junior?

3. Who has Touchwood Junior arranged to visit while his father is with Sir Oliver?

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

5. How does Yellowhammer react to the truth about Moll's funeral?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

At the opening of the play, the audience is introduced to Yellowhammer and his wife, Maudlin. Briefly describe the lifestyle that the Yellowhammer family is living in at the opening of the play. Explain how Yellowhammer fought for the duration of the play to rise up the social ladder.

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

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.

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