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

Short Answer Questions

1. What do all the character essentially want in Act 4?

2. What news is Ben not pleased to hear from Sir Sampson?

3. What type of comedy is most on display in Act 4?

4. What are Mrs. Frail's intentions as she is sent to Valentine?

5. What does Sir Sampson believe above all else?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

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.

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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