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

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of periodical is Billy reading?

2. Who does Billy say his design for the Capitol could do just as well for?

3. Where does Act 3, Scene 2 take place?

4. What is Cybel wearing?

5. What does Billy call Cybel at the end of Act 4, Scene 2?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Pick two characters from the play and discuss their goals and motives. Do they achieve their motive? Do they share similar goals and motives with other characters? Do their goals clash with other characters? How do the characters' goals and motives affect their interaction with each other?

Essay Topic 2

Choose one of the following and discuss how it affects the tone of the play and helps to express character and theme:

1. Setting

2. Point of view

3. Structure

4. Language

Essay Topic 3

How did the public react to the play when it was first published? How would the public react to a similar play today?

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