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

Short Answer Questions

1. Agnes hopes that Tobias will ________________________.

2. What does Julia want Tobias to do?

3. Which character appears amidst Julia's rantings?

4. According to Agnes, which of the following does not fall within the responsibility of a woman in a marriage?

5. Why does Tobias not want to discuss sleeping arrangements?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Albee uses more than one instance of irony in the book. One example is the clarity with which the alcoholic Claire can view life. Cite at least two other examples you can identify in the play and note why they are examples of irony.

Essay Topic 2

A DELICATE BALANCE is a classic escape from reality story. What does that classification entail? Why does this play fit into this category? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

There is much symbolism in this story regarding Julia's bedroom. What does the room symbolize for Julia? What does it mean for Harry and Edna? Explain.

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