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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is on the other side of the stage, taunting Sarah as the scene unfolds?

2. James makes the joke, "Hey, either I've just become _________ or it's suddenly quiet in here."

3. What does Klein try to do in order to impress Orin and Sarah during their next meeting?

4. At the end of the night, James says that he feels everyone is speaking in some far-northern dialect of __________.

5. Orin also points out that they will need a _____________ for several weeks during the legal battle.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

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 3

There are a number of moments in which the many languages are barriers to communication.

Part 1: Why do you think communication is so important in this world?

Part 2: Can the world survive without the ability to communicate? Why or why not?

Part 3: Why do you think the play begins with Sarah and James not being able to communicate?

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