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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. For what does Young Charlie berate Charlie when Da leaves to check on the razor blades?

3. Who is the woman who appears to Young Charlie in Act 2, Part 2?

4. What happened to the sunglasses given to Da?

5. What did Charlie do with most of Da's papers?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the role of married women in Ireland in the early 20th century. Why was Mother not given the freedom to marry the boy she loved? What precedents was she forced to follow? Explain why her lack of choice affected her marriage and life.

Essay Topic 2

What is the overall setting setting for the play? Be sure to include geography, time period and any pertinent popular culture events. Why did Leonard choose to use these places in the drama?

Essay Topic 3

Leonard is a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, metaphors, and irony, briefly describe them and identify the technique which they embody.

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