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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Miss Leah insinuate when she says Sophie is out all week not to swing votes but for other reasons?

2. What causes Minnie to stumble her way into the main room in Act 2, Scene 3?

3. What does Frank fear most in his life since receiving the telegram?

4. What alternative does Frank think can also hurt Sophie?

5. Frank shows __________ about his behavior towards MInnie and her family.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Miss Leah convinces the household to murder Frank with an apple pie rather than shoot him outright. Explain how this is preferable and why it might not work today.

Essay Topic 2

The women of Nicodemus succeed in finding the peace they are looking for. Between Sophie, Miss Leah and Fannie, each woman portrays very different types of characters. Explain how it takes more than just one of the women but all three of their persona's to work with one another to find this peace. What do each of them offer that supports the others to pursue a peaceful Nicodemus?

Essay Topic 3

If Frank feels the need to change Minnie, why does he "love" her and marry her?

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