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

Short Answer Questions

1. When Zuss and Nickles are able to put their masks on again in Scene 7, they become what?

2. J.B. shouts that he will not listen to Eliphaz's argument and then does what?

3. After J.B. calms God down, what does he do?

4. Zuss says he's sick to death of the whole business and looks for the belt with what on it?

5. After Zuss and Nickles put on their masks in Scene 7, what is the name of the character who urges God to destroy J.B.'s body?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the role of light and stars in the play? What do they symbolize? Cite examples to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

What is the importance of flowers in this play? What is their symbolic meaning? Use the play to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

Why does the author write this play in verse? Why does the author use poetic tools to direct the audience's attention? Use specific examples from the play to support your answer.

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