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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Margaret say Dion has become?

2. What does Brown say is burning his insides out?

3. What kind of state does the author say Dion is in?

4. What kind of drink does Dion get from Billy's drink cabinet?

5. What part of himself does Billy tell Margaret he will serve to her?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the play's dialogue. How does the author's dialogue contribute to the following areas:

1. Character

2. Setting

3. Plot

Essay Topic 2

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

Essay Topic 3

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?

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