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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following do the Porters have in the house?

2. Who does Helena think is in love with Alison?

3. What does Jimmy say he would do if Helena slapped him?

4. Which member of Alison's family does Jimmy say he would like to see dead?

5. How many rooms does the Porter's apartment have?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Cliff now want to do with his life?

2. How does Alison describe her relationship with Cliff?

3. How does Jimmy persuade Alison to stay?

4. Why could Jimmy be seen as downtrodden?

5. How does Jimmy react to Alison's sudden arrival?

6. Why does Jimmy dislike the church?

7. In what could Cliff be seen as making a stand in Act Two, Scene Two?

8. How does Jimmy react to Helena's news ?

9. Describe Alison's character.

10. What similarity does Act Three, Scene One have with the opening scene?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In 1959 Look Back in Anger was made into a film starring Richard Burton. In what way is the film different from the book? In what ways was the film as influential as the play?

Essay Topic 2

What are Jimmy's gripes with society? Why do you think Jimmy is able to voice his opinion while Cliff, also working class, does not seem to be bothered? In what ways could Jimmy's ability to express his views point to a positive change in society at that time?

Essay Topic 3

Examine the character of Jimmy Porter.

1) How has has his situation changed from that of his father?

2) In what way could Jimmy Porter be seen as trying to hold onto his working class identity?

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