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

Short Answer Questions

1. James realizes he can't enjoy the __________ because Sarah can't.

2. When James goes to embrace Sarah, what does she tell him after she pushes him away?

3. Who is NOT at the party which is being thrown at the start of the second act of the play?

4. Sarah points out that every time things get too serious for James, he ____________.

5. Sarah says that what's going on between Orin and herself is not about James' _________.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

James is insistent that Sarah learn how to speak so that she can interact with the world in a more effective way.

Part 1: Why do you think James wants Sarah to speak more? What are his motivations?

Part 2: Do you think that James would still be happy with Sarah if she never learned to speak?

Part 3: Do you think that Sarah wants to learn how to speak? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

The idea of passing for some sort of societal norm is the main theme of this book.

Part 1: Is it a good idea to try to overcome a handicap and pass for average? Why or why not?

Part 2: Is it a good idea to simply embrace a handicap? Why or why not?

Part 3: How do you think a deaf person should function within society? Why?

Essay Topic 3

The title CHILDREN OF A LESSER GOD is one that immediately affects the person who hears it or reads it.

Part 1: Why do you think the author chose the title that they did?

Part 2: Do you think the play should have been titled differently? Why or why not?

Part 3: What do you think the author meant by 'lesser god'?

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