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

Short Answer Questions

1. Initially, who does Reverend Brown ask for God to strike down during the prayer meeting?

2. In court, Drummond says he wants religion to stop doing what?

3. What is the theme of the prayer meeting?

4. Who helps Brady campaign for the presidency in 1908?

5. What are the workmen building at the beginning of Act 2, Scene 1?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When Drummond is appointed "temporary Honorary Colonel" by the Mayor, Drummond is shocked to hear that his title will be permanent when the "right forms are signed". Drummond is troubled by this as he, like Brady, did not serve time in the military. Analyze why the Mayor's power to bestow this undeserved honor is significant to the story.

Essay Topic 2

Brady mentions several cases that Drummond has worked on in the past. What are these cases? What do they say about Drummond's character as a man and as a lawyer?

Essay Topic 3

Based on the text, choose one of the following characters and analyze their personal relationship with God or religion.

- Cates.

- Drummond.

- Reverend Brown.

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