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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sloane say when he reenters the lounge where Pop and Ed are in Act Two?

2. What does Kemp say regarding the man at the door?

3. How much time lapses between Act One and Act Two?

4. Which character calls Sloane, "Pure as a lamb. Purer"?

5. What is in the box that Ed brings in in Act Two?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Joe Orton's work is known for its dark comedy, macabre subjects, and farcical nature. Describe these terms and how they apply to Entertaining Mr. Sloane.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast the characters of Ed and Kath. What similarities do they share? What divides them? How do these characters feel about each other?

Essay Topic 3

How does Orton portray "family" in Entertaining Mr. Sloane? What do you think his intention is behind this portrayal?

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