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

Short Answer Questions

1. In what room does Act 3 begin?

2. What does Karen ask Dr. Cardin to do?

3. What is the name of the guest expected at the Tilford home?

4. At the time this play was written, lesbianism was _________________.

5. Where has Mrs. Mortar been during the trial?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Create a brief character study on Mary. What does she look like? What are her positive personality traits? What are some of her negative characteristics? What are her hopes and fears? What motivates her--if anything--at this point in her life?

Essay Topic 2

THE CHILDREN'S HOUR is set in the 1930s during a time of The Great Depression and sexual repression. What impact did these two factors have on the author? What impact did these factors have on her work, especially the play, THE CHILDREN'S HOUR? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

The author uses some important instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an example of foreshadowing.

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