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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. What activity does Valentine recently enjoy?

2. Who does Mrs. Frail want to marry?

3. Who is Valentine's best friend?

4. Who is Miss Prue engaged to?

5. What kind of expert does Foresight imagine himself to be?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain Angelica's actions after Valentine signs the papers.

2. Describe how Valentine feels about Angelica.

3. Describe the dynamic between Ben and Mrs. Frail toward the end of the 3rd act.

4. Describe the nature of Valentine's financial situation.

5. Describe the new dynamic between Benjamin and Mrs. Frail.

6. Explain the disposition of Valentine as he enters the room.

7. Explain what happens when Miss Prue enters looking for Tattle.

8. What does Scandal admit to as Sir Sampson and Mr. Foresight debate the merits of Valentine losing his senses?

9. Why is Benjamin such a desired man?

10. What happens after Miss Prue approaches Tattle and offers some brief pleasantries?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the theme of Love for Love and how the author expresses the theme. Remember to include main character motivations as well as thoughts and conversations.

Essay Topic 2

Explain and construct the literary element "Plot" as it applies to the play. Start with the exposition, then foreshadowing, conflict, rising action, crisis, climax, falling action, and resolution. Use examples from the play as you lay out the plot.

Essay Topic 3

Explain the relationship between Mrs. Foresight and Mrs. Frail. Explain the misunderstandings and miscommunication that takes place between the two women. Support your findings with textual evidence.

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