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

Short Answer Questions

1. 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?

2. What does Antipholus of Ephesus do when Dromio makes a joke about the bail money?

3. Finish the sentence: "With what persuasion did he tempt thy ____."

4. Since when does the Second Merchant tell Angelo he has owed him during their conversation in Act 4, Scene 1?

5. What does Dromio of Ephesus arrive with to give to Antipholus of Ephesus at the beginning of Act 4, Scene 4?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the significance that Ephesian law played in the play. In what ways does it add to the amount of confusion between the characters in the play?

Essay Topic 2

Analyze the author's use of demonic references in the play. What purpose might these have served?

Essay Topic 3

Examine the role of the Duke in the play. What might the author hope for his character to represent in terms of society?

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