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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sarah want to show Orin when she goes into the kitchen with him?

2. James, in his rage about how loud the house is makes the joke that if only someone would fire a __________ through the window.

3. What does Klein finally say that she should be doing as the others are talking?

4. Orin and Sarah were told that organ music was the voice of God and it should __________ them.

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Sarah seems to want to remain in her silence for long periods of time, as it seems to be the safer place for her to reside.

Part 1: Why is Sarah always trying to remain in her silence when she could be interacting with others?

Part 2: Why doesn't Sarah want James to be a part of her silence?

Part 3: Why does James want to be a part of Sarah's silence?

Essay Topic 2

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'?

Essay Topic 3

The case against the deaf school is one that seems to be unnecessary to some audience members and vital to others.

Part 1: Why do you think Orin and the lawyer believe that the school is discriminating against its students?

Part 2: Do you think the lawyer has the best interests of Orin at heart?

Part 3: Why do you think that Mr. Franklin does not decide to settle the case out of court?

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