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

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is the woman who appears to Young Charlie in Act 2, Part 2?

2. What does Charlie call Da when he offers Charlie a handkerchief?

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

4. Where does Da say he will go now?

5. Who follows Young Charlie downstairs?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast Da and Drumm. Both men want influence over Charlie but have their hold on him in very different ways. Why are their differences classic examples of conflict in drama? What other similarities and dissimilarities are there between the two characters?

Essay Topic 2

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.

Essay Topic 3

Project into the future ten years after the end of the play and write a brief synopsis for the lives of four of the characters. Remember to exclude Joe and Lorna but you may choose from any of the others.

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