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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. What does Lenny say when Ruth asks how he knew the prostitute was diseased?

2. Aside from Teddy's education, why does Lenny say he envies Teddy?

3. How does Sam describe Jessie?

4. What does Max want Sam to do when Joey goes upstairs?

5. Where did Sam get some cigars?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain how Sam feels about his performance at work.

2. What conflicting information does Max give about MacGregor (his father)?

3. The first time Lenny is alone with Ruth, what kinds of personal information does he share with her?

4. When Lenny first greets his brother, why does the conversation involve a clock?

5. Just after they arrive at the house, what does Teddy reassure Ruth about?

6. How does Max respond to Lenny's question about his conception?

7. What is the relationship between Max and Rose and what two other characters have the same relationship?

8. What story Lenny tells Ruth after he has asked to hold her hand?

9. What does Max say about his understanding of female horses?

10. "The Homecoming" takes place in an old London house where four men live. Who are these men and how are they related to each other?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the occupations of Max, Sam, Teddy, and Joey. Explain why the playwright might have chosen those particular occupations.

Essay Topic 2

It is evident that Max Joey, and Lenny have little respect for women. Give several examples of how this lack of respect is demonstrated in the play, including examples of how each of the three men speak about and to Ruth disrespectfully as well as specific instances when they show disrespect through their actions.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss Teddy's acceptance of the photograph of his grandfather. Explain when the incident takes place and give two interpretations of why the playwright might have included this incident.

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