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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Clive's speech in Act 1, Scene 5, what emotion is he feeling?

2. How many years have passed when Act 2 opens?

3. Who is Gerry to Edward?

4. Where does Mrs. Saunders plan on going?

5. What is odd about the person who Gerry calls out to?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Sexual gender is a unique concept that is fabricated upon throughout Cloud 9. Many of the female characters were played by men and vice versa. What is the significance of the author developing the characters in this way? Are the genders of the actors appropriate for the characters in which they play? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast the setting of Africa during the time of the British Empire to modern day London. How are the settings similar? How are the settings different? Are the settings appropriate for the storyline that took place within them? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

At Harry and Ellen's wedding, Clive spoke about marriage to the guests, while Betty discussed marriage to the bride privately. How are their views on marriage different? Why may they have different views?

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