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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following characters is not listening to Roxy talk?

2. Who tries to tell Roxy how to manage Joe?

3. Where does Lorna tell Joe to put all his passion?

4. What does Frank bring home?

5. What does Joe like to read?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does the author introduce the subject of war into this scene?

2. What is the irony of Moody quoting from the Declaration of Independence?

3. Describe how Fuseli threatens Lorna.

4. Explain the reason for Lorna's agitated state.

5. What does Roxy say is Joe's problem as a boxer?

6. What is the terrible irony of Joe and Lorna's deaths?

7. Explain the irony of Fuseli calling Joe the "golden boy."

8. Why does Lorna feel a sense of loyalty toward Moody even though she now loves Joe?

9. Why is the news of the Chocolate Drop's death the climax of the play?

10. Explain the foreshadowing of Moody's comments about separating Joe and his father.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The play is set in America during The Great Depression. Explain the significance of The Great Depression on America in general and the Bonaparte family specifically. What impact did The Great Depression have on the choices that the Bonapartes made? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast Mr. Bonaparte and Moody. Both men want influence over Joe but have their hold on him in very different ways. Why are their differences classic examples of conflict in drama? What other similarities and dissimilarities are there between the two characters?

Essay Topic 3

Odets is a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, metaphors, and irony, briefly describe them and identify the technique which they embody.

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