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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What color hair did Irene have in Harry's memory?
2. What is the captain a little concerned about as he is talking with Weber?
3. What does Harry ask the audience to forgive the band for?
4. Who does Harry ask to dance as Act 2, Scene 2 ends?
5. What does Weber say he furnishes the "little people" with?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Idiot's Delight is set in the Hotel Monte Gabriele. Explain the significance of the guests and their backgrounds. How do they establish the main theme of the play?
Essay Topic 2
As Harry and Irene talk while waiting for the impending war, many symbols are introduced.
1) Champagne is usually a drink people have when they are celebrating something. What is interesting about the fact that Harry and Irene are drinking champagne at this particular time? What might they be celebrating?
2) As the bomber planes approach for their retaliation, the captain pleads with Harry and Irene to hide and seek cover. How do they respond to his request and what does that symbolize for their characters and their outlook on the situation?
3) How is music used in this part of the play? What is the significance of Harry being at the piano and the type of music he is playing? What does the request Irene makes symbolize for her character?
4) How has Harry been presented throughout the play that makes him the natural person to stay with Irene? What do you think the biggest factor was in his decision to return to the hotel was? Why?
Essay Topic 3
How does Harry contribute to the mood of the hotel guests? Describe three instances where he provided a diversion for them to shield them from the dangers of war. Why is this an essential part of his character?
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