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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. The Distant Voice asks J.B. why he thinks he is worthy to confront and _______ the creator of the universe.

3. Who declares that J.B. has done exactly as he hoped he would, and has affirmed his faith in God?

4. Zophar says that without guilt there can be no what?

5. When Zuss and Nickles put on their masks at the end of Scene 7, what is the emotion they feel towards the expanse of God and the depth of his knowledge?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast Zuss and Nickles' positions on God, suffering, and faith. Cite specific examples to support your answers.

Essay Topic 2

Using examples from the play to support your answer, explain what the allegory is that this play presents.

Essay Topic 3

Using examples from the play to support your answer, respond to the following question: What is ironic about Satan's argument that God needs to see people as people and not toys? How does this argument relate to the central theme of the play?

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