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

Short Answer Questions

1. About whom is the article?

2. Why is the Irish prisoner in jail?

3. What does the Soldier ask Teresa to do?

4. Over what do the characters argue?

5. What does an article in the paper say about the "the condemned soldier?"

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The last scene contains sudden violence.

Part 1) Describe this sudden violence. Why is it so sudden?

Part 2) What is the purpose of this sudden violence? How does it support the theme?

Part 3) What message is sent to the audience through this violence?

Essay Topic 2

Musical interludes and dark humor are repeated throughout the play.

Part 1) Describe two of these moments. Why do they take place?

Part 2) What is the overall purpose for these musical interludes and dark humor? Of what performance styles does this remind you? Why?

Part 3) Does this enhance the story? Why or why not? What is the playwright's purpose for using this music and humor?

Essay Topic 3

An historical point about Queen Victoria is made.

Part 1) What is the point? Why is it made?

Part 2) What does this story reveal about Ireland at the time of this play?

Part 3) How has this event created tension in Ireland? How has this event affected the Irish people as well as others around the world?

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