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

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Midge see in front of his bed every night?

2. What are the last words the Cowboy says in the play?

3. Who says, "Please, I assure you, my wounds require no further salt . . ."?

4. What does Midge have with him in Act 2, Scene 3?

5. Where is Act 2, Scene 2 set?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe Nat's justification behind his "alterations" of the truth. Why does he do what he does? How does he feel about simply growing old?

Essay Topic 2

Describe who Clara was named after. What is the meaning of this story that Nat tells? How does it relate his character as well as hers?

Essay Topic 3

How does Nat feel about his daughter's ideals? What has changed in their relationship? How does Clara feel about her father?

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