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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. How many good people does God say he has found?
2. Who does the girl say she is?
3. What kind of music accompanies the dialog and action of the play?
4. How are the children described?
5. What is the setting for the opening scene of the play?
Short Essay Questions
1. At what point does Noah become aware that he is talking to God?
2. What is unique about THE GREEN PASTURES for its day?
3. What is the disagreement God and Noah have over the provisions for the ark?
4. Why does Adam appear to be a bit puzzled when he is first seen?
5. What is the scene like in Noah's house?
6. Who is the rude boy who comes to meet Zeba while God is talking to her?
7. How does preacher Deshee describe God when the children want to know what he looks like?
8. What are the angels doing at the fish fry in heaven?
9. Explain the setting for the play.
10. What does the ark look like as it is built?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Write an essay of at least two typewritten, double spaced pages on the topic, Gabriel and His Trumpet in THE GREEN PASTURES. First, explain the symbolic meaning of Gabriel's blowing his trumpet from a religious point of view. Point out the times in the play when God cautions Gabriel about playing his trumpet. Note that Gabriel is interested in the music, but also remains aware that is trumpet playing signals the end of mankind.
Essay Topic 2
Write an essay of at least two typewritten, double spaced pages as a critique of THE GREEN PASTURES. Discuss the points you feel are particularly good about the play as well as any parts you think are weak. End your essay with a recommendation for others to read or watch the film.
Essay Topic 3
Write an essay of at least two typewritten, double spaced pages on the topic, What the Viewer Can Get from THE GREEN PASTURES Today. Placing the play in its Depression era setting, your essay should include (1) how black stereotypes are used in the play, (2) the play's value in giving a real sense of history, and (3) the importance of remembering stereotypes as a way of keeping social perspective.
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