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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does James decide to listen to in order to calm his nerves after the phone call?

2. What does Orin compliment Sarah on when they are reminiscing about their past together?

3. What does James suggest he and Sarah do at the end of their argument?

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

5. What is the natural mistake the James points out as the lawyer interacts with Sarah, Orin, and James?

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

Orin is committed to working for the rights of the deaf community, becoming an activist at the school.

Part 1: Why do you think that Orin believes he needs to take an active role in gaining rights for the deaf community?

Part 2: Do you think it's a healthy choice for him to become an activist for deaf rights? Why or why not?

Part 3: What makes Orin the best possible character to become an activist? 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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