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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Sir Sampson respond to the news that Valentine has gone mad?

2. What does Valentine reveal to Angelica?

3. Where does Mrs. Foresight take Miss Prue after the heated argument with Ben?

4. How would Valentine's state of mind affect the legal documents?

5. Where does Mrs. Frail take Ben after the heated argument with Miss Prue?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the character motivation of Sir Sampson. Concentrate specifically on Sir Sampson's role as the patriarch. Is he a likeable, understandable character? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

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

Essay Topic 3

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.

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