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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Barabas tell Ferneze to do so the Ferneze can become governor again?

2. What does Abigail reveal to Friar Bernardine?

3. What does the Abbess do as a result of the delivery to the nunnery?

4. What does Pilia-Borza bring Barabas at the beginning of Act 4, Scene 3?

5. What do Pilia-Borza, Bellamira, and Ithamore decide to do?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Abigail abhors her father's murders but does not immediately betray him. Speculate three reasons why she remains silent. Support your reasons with logical thinking that is compatible with Abigail's character.

Essay Topic 2

In this play, Barabas's character is representative of Catholic's feelings towards and stereotyping of Judaism in Malta. Write an essay stating the Maltese Catholic's general attitude towards Jews using specific examples from the play to support your generalizations.

Essay Topic 3

Consider the point of view of the Spanish in Act 1, Scene 2 and answer these questions.

1. Why should it be Spain's responsibility to protect Malta?

2. How are the self-interests of Spain satisfied by protecting Malta?

3. How would Spain generally benefit from defeating the Turks?

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