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

Short Answer Questions

1. Mother and Da are not going to the wedding because it is too far and __________________.

2. Which of the following does Da not say about the way he left this life?

3. What does Da think after he receives the legacy?

4. Which of the following does Drumm not say that Charlie has?

5. How long had Charlie been working at Drumm's when Young Charlie has a conversation with Drumm?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Project into the future ten years after the end of the play and write a brief synopsis for Charlie's life. Will Da still be such a powerful presence in his life? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Charlie had always thought his Da to be cheap to a fault. What does Charlie learn about Da that changes his perspective of him during the play? What was going on in Da's life as a boy and young man that influenced his life and the choices he made about money? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

The author uses several instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an instance of foreshadowing.

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