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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Harry tell Tobias when they talk?

2. Who reproaches Julia for having failed marriages?

3. What is the setting of Act 3?

4. What is Agnes demeanor after Julia's accusations?

5. What announcement does Edna make?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Create a brief character study of Tobias. What does he look like? What are his positive personality traits? What are some of his negative characteristics? What are his hopes and fears? What motivates him--if anything--at this point in his life?

Essay Topic 2

Explain the significance of the play's title. What did the author mean by calling the play A DELICATE BALANCE? Cite an example to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

Explain the symbolism of Julia's bedroom. What does it mean for Julia? What does it mean that Harry and Edna have barricaded themselves in the room? Are there any other significant meanings that the bedroom adds to the story?

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