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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 profession does Valentine hope to take on to earn a living?
2. What is the name of the character who is ordered to stay and see Mrs. Frail and Mrs. Foresight in order to get information about Angelica?
3. What has Valentine done with all his money?
4. What is the best character description for Mrs. Foresight?
5. What word best describes the seduction of Miss Prue?
Short Essay Questions
1. What has happened between Mrs. Frail and Tattle?
2. Describe Mrs. Foresight's "trick".
3. Discuss what happens when Angelica arrives at Valentine's home.
4. Explain the dynamics between Ben and his father upon the announcement of the wedding.
5. Explain Angelica's reaction to Valentine as he reveals the trick.
6. How does Valentine feel about his illegitimate child?
7. How does Valentine react to Sir Sampson's swearing and outrage?
8. Describe the dynamic between Ben and Mrs. Frail toward the end of the 3rd act.
9. Describe the new dynamic between Benjamin and Mrs. Frail.
10. Who is Benjamin?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Discuss how insincerity has no place in families, love relationships, or business relationships. In response, explain what does make families, relationships and business flourish. Use scenes from the play to strengthen your response.
Essay Topic 2
Discuss the literary element "Irony of Situation" (an action of happenstance that is the opposite of what is expected or intended) as it applies to the characters. Be sure to include all of the coupling that occurs in the play.
Essay Topic 3
Describe the motivations of the character Valentine. Discuss why he makes the choices he does, despite their consequences. Explain whether or not Valentine is a likeable character. Use evidence from the text to support your essay.
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