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

Short Answer Questions

1. As Pat offers the Volunteer and the Soldier a drink, what does the Soldier demand?

2. Describe the song the Soldier sings.

3. What does Teresa do after the Officer and Pat go outside?

4. About which soldier is the article talking?

5. How does the Soldier respond when Pat tells him he is a prisoner of war?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There is a sense of vaudeville or music hall.

Part 1) How is this play like a vaudeville or music hall show?

Part 2) What is the playwright's purpose for using this style?

Part 3) Is this stylistic choice successful? Why or why not?

Part 4) If you could change anything about this play, what would it be, and why?

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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