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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Charlie says that he's more afraid of _____________ than he is of the devil.

2. To whom is Young Charlie writing a letter?

3. What does Oliver ask Charlie before leaving?

4. Who is Oliver?

5. Da begged for a job to get money for __________________.

Short Essay Questions

1. What is "an Irishwoman's death"?

2. What is the main theme of the play and how is it exhibited for Charlie?

3. What does Drumm bring to the house for Charlie and how does Charlie respond?

4. How does Mother take control of Charlie's letter writing?

5. How long has it been since Charlie and Oliver have seen each other and what do they talk about?

6. How do Drumm and Charlie's parents disagree on the best place for Charlie to find a job?

7. How does Da make his first appearance in the play?

8. What personal advice does Drumm give Charlie about his life?

9. Describe the conversation Charlie had with Da when Da was in his final days, suffering from dementia.

10. What advice does Drumm give Young Charlie on the job he offers him?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the significance of the play's title? Why wasn't it called CHARLIE? What are some other possible titles for the play? List at least five and cite your reasons for each.

Essay Topic 2

Create a character study of Charlie. What are his physical characteristics? What are his motivations? What are his fears? What are his dreams? What else can you say about Charlie?

Essay Topic 3

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of disappointment. Identify at least two characters who either embody or experience disappointment then cite an example to support your answers.

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