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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. Just before the end of Act Two, Scene 1, What does Teddy give a long speech about?

2. After Ruth falls onto the floor, what does she ask for?

3. In his long speech, what does Teddy say about his family's intelligence level?

4. When Joey, Max, and Lenny return home from the gym on the afternoon of the second day, what does Joey do?

5. What happens to the person who tries to help Joey after Max has hit him in the stomach?

Short Essay Questions

1. What comparison does Ruth make when referring to the relationship between words and actions?

2. What does Teddy tell Max about his family life with Ruth?

3. What is Ruth's response to Teddy's urging her to pack up and go home with him?

4. What argument do Max and Joey have at the beginning of the Act 1, Scene 3?

5. What does Joey do in his uncle's defense when Max criticizes Sam?

6. By the end of the first act, which characters has Max abused both verbally and physically?

7. What is Teddy's response to Ruth's question about whether the family has read any of his works?

8. What kinds of demands does Ruth make on the brothers?

9. What kind of response does Teddy make to his brothers' caressing Ruth?

10. When Teddy and Ruth come downstairs and surprise Max, what is the first thing he wants to know?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

In your opinion, is the ending of the play a.) satisfactory and b.) plausible? Explain by giving specific examples.

Essay Topic 3

Explain the importance of foreshadowing in the play, giving several examples of how the technique is used effectively.

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