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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. Why does Mrs. Frail need to find a husband?

2. What is the best word to describe the use of the names of the characters in the play?

3. What s the name of the creditor who is most adamant about being paid?

4. Who are the people that come knocking on Valentine's door and demand attention?

5. Why is Sir Sampson in a hurry to get the deed legalized?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Mrs. Foresight not understand about Mrs. Frail's need to be married?

2. Describe the character of Valentine.

3. How does Mrs. Foresight respond to Scandal's offer of affection?

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

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

6. Describe what happens between Sir Sampson and Valentine when Valentine is announced and enters.

7. What has happened between Mrs. Frail and Tattle?

8. Describe how Valentine feels about Angelica.

9. Discuss the nature of Valentine's love for Angelica.

10. Describe the character of Tattle.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the symbolism in the play. Remember that things, characters, and actions can all be symbols. Use textual evidence.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the practice of role-playing and whether or not it leads to disappointment. Use Benjamin and Miss Prue as an example.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the traditional roles of men and women as portrayed in the play. Use dialogue as evidence. Pay specific attention to how the men deal with the legal issues while the women are fretting and tedious. How are these roles a sign of the times?

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