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

Short Answer Questions

1. For what reason does Bernarda say to Poncia that it wouldn't matter if something bad were happening in their house because no one would find out?

2. Who does Bernarda tell Angustias to patch things up with in Act 3, Part 1?

3. Complete the sentence by Bernarda in the play, "May you be cut to _______, you little good-for-nothing."

4. What does Poncia warn Bernarda that she can't keep her eye on in Act 3, Part 2?

5. Where does Bernarda say she will be taking the stallion the next morning in Act 3, Part 1?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the role of sex in the play. What is the author saying about the importance and danger that come with sex? What does sex represent to the daughters in the play?

Essay Topic 2

Examine the concept of mourning in the play. What does mourning represent to the characters in the play? What barriers does mourning play in the lives of the play's characters in terms of forming relationships and moving on with their lives?

Essay Topic 3

Examine the concept of reputation in the play. What reasons does Bernarda have for paying so much attention to her daughters' reputations? What is telling of Bernarda based on her reaction to her daughters' reputation being in danger?

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