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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which marriage is discussed before Horace meets the entire family?

2. What is the cash value of the items in the safe deposit box?

3. In what city will the business deal be finalized?

4. Why do Horace and Alexandra choose to stay overnight in another town, delaying their arrival back home?

5. What is the family waiting for at the beginning of Act 2?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Why were northern business men interested in developing industry in the South right after defeating the region in the Civil War? What term was used to describe such businessmen and how was the term derived?

Essay Topic 2

Explain the thoughts and feelings behind Addie's smile as she turns off the light at the end of the play.

Essay Topic 3

The Little Foxes has been labeled as a melodrama and as a well-made play. How do those two categories differ and what are their similarities? Which category best fits The Little Foxes and why?

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