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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. Where does Scandal agree to accompany Mrs. Frail?

2. What is Valentine's sole goal?

3. What does Tattle do incessantly?

4. Who does Miss Prue find herself attracted to?

5. Who is Valentine's best friend?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe how Valentine considers earning an income.

2. Explain the difference in demeanor and personality between Mr. Tattle and Miss Prue.

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

4. Discuss what happens when Angelica arrives at Valentine's home.

5. What does Sampson discuss with Foresight regarding "something of equal value" as related to his son, Valentine?

6. Why is Benjamin such a desired man?

7. Describe how Valentine has become indebted.

8. Why does Angelica consider herself fortunate?

9. Discuss the final thoughts of Angelica as she addresses Valentine and Sir Sampson.

10. How does Valentine react to Sir Sampson's swearing and outrage?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the phrase "one receives in exchange something of equal value to that which is given" and how it pertains to the play. Use action that takes place in the play to describe your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the aspect of opportunism as made visible through the characters actions. Is opportunism related to the times? Is it a good thing?

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast the father-son relationship between Benjamin and Sir Sampson and Valentine and Sir Sampson.

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