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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Tokio encourage Joe to do?

2. Who is the fighter who will oppose Joe in his upcoming fight?

3. What does Eddie tell Lorna to do?

4. Who gets control of the chaos in the locker room?

5. What does Mr. Bonaparte tell Frank after the phone call?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Create a character study of Lorna. What are her physical characteristics? What are her motivations? What are her fears? What are her dreams? What else can you say about Lorna?

Essay Topic 2

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 3

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.

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