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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who tries to convince Susan to leave with him?

2. What are the soldiers studying in Act 2, Scene 5?

3. What does Fontanelle beg of Lear in Act 2?

4. Whom does Carpenter have tied up when he arrives in Act 2, Scene 5?

5. Which character says, "I have lived with murderers and thugs, there are limits to their greed and violence, but you decent, honest men devour the earth"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the significance of Lear's being blinded? How does this relate to actions in Shakespeare's Lear? What is the symbolism that this act illustrates?

Essay Topic 2

Describe how Bond uses Imagery in Lear to further illustrate his theme and characters. What are some examples from the play? Define the term "imagery" in your answer.

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast the characters of Lear and his daughters. How are their actions similar? How are they different? How are their motivations related?

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