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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. In Act Two, where does Wesley want to go?
2. Where does Wesley suggest he and Weston work?
3. Who does Weston watch when he is younger?
4. How often does Weston go to the Alibi Club?
5. What language does the mechanic speak?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
In "Curse of the Starving Class", each main character is on a quest or searching for something. Choose one of the main characters (Weston, Ella, Emma or Wesley), and describe what that character is searching for. What steps does the character take to find what they are looking for? Is the character successful or not in fulfilling their quest or search? Use specific examples from the text in the response.
Essay Topic 2
Sam Shepard's play, "Curse of the Starving Class", can be classified as a family tragedy play. Explain why this categorization is appropriate or not. What occurs in the play that makes it a family tragedy? Is tragedy too strong of a word? If the play should be reclassified, what is a more appropriate description? Use specific examples from the text in the response.
Essay Topic 3
Violence is a common theme in the play. From violence against the family from outside forces to violence within the family unit, many of the play's central events deal with violence. Explore the theme of violence in the play. How does the violence come about? Why is the violence relevant to the rest of the play? How does violence shape each of the characters? Use specific examples from the play in the response.
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