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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. In addition to Joe, who will benefit if Joe becomes a good boxer?

2. Which one of Tom's fighters is fighting tonight?

3. Who stops by to say goodbye to Joe?

4. Who offers to persuade Joe to fight?

5. What topic does Mr. Bonaparte deride Mr. Carp for bringing up?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Siggie and what does he want Mr. Bonaparte to buy for him?

2. Describe the feeling Joe tells Lorna he has upon awakening sometimes.

3. What does Eddie Fuseli want from Moody and how does Moody respond?

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

5. Explain how Joe's arrogance and cocky attitude are masking his true feelings about his life direction.

6. What is the setting for Act 1, Scene 1 and which two characters open the play?

7. How does Fuseli symbolize the final break between Joe and his family and a more artistic way of life?

8. What request does Bonaparte make of Lorna?

9. How is Joe's loss of his musical dream impacting his fighting career?

10. What ill-fated decision do Lorna and Joe make in an attempt to escape from the restrictions of their lives?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe some of the settings for the play. What is the overall setting? Be sure to include geography, time period and any pertinent popular culture events. Why did Odets choose to use these places in the drama?

Essay Topic 2

The author uses several instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an instance of foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 3

There is much hypocrisy throughout the novel. Identify three situations of hypocritical behavior and what makes them prime examples of hypocrisy. Which characters are the most hypocritical? The least?

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