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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why won't Jonathan leave the hotel room?

2. Which word describes how Rosalie appears on the surface?

3. Rosalie tells Jonathan she feels lonely when she does what?

4. What does Rosalie call Jonathan?

5. What does Jonathan tell Rosalie after the cuckoo clock chirps?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Kopit uses a narrative point of view throughout his entire play. Why do you think he chooses to write this way? What are the pros and cons of using this point of view in this particular story?

Essay Topic 2

The hotel is a significant part of Kopit's story. What does the hotel room symbolize? What similarities can you give between the room and characters' situations?

Essay Topic 3

The title of Kopit's work, Oh Dad, Poor Dad, Momma's Hung You in the Closet and I'm Feeling So Sad, seems straightforward yet indicates a particular significance about one character. In your opinion, why does Kopit choose this particular title for his work? What does this title signify? What does it tell readers about the story?

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