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

Short Answer Questions

1. What causes Dormio of Syracuse to express confusion in Act 3, Scene 2?

2. With whom does Adriana say she will speak with to get to the bottom of the confusion surrounding her husband in Act 4, Scene 4?

3. From where has Dromio of Syracuse found a ship in Act 4, Scene 1?

4. What does the Second Merchant ask from Angelo at the beginning of Act 4, Scene 1?

5. Which characters are talking with each other at the beginning of Act 3, Scene 2?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss Dromio's role as the clown figure in the play. What characteristics does he possess that put him in this category? What purpose does he serve by portraying this role?

Essay Topic 2

Examine the nature of the character Luciana in the play. What traits does she possess? What role does she play?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the portrayal of love and honor in the play. Which characters exhibit the most loyal and loving behavior in the play? What importance does this have?

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