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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Luka's second story, how will the man know when he reaches his goal?

2. Who had a plan at one point to kill his wife and boss?

3. Who protects Nastya from being struck?

4. Who is sitting nearby listening to the sad love story?

5. When the man in Luka's second story found out that he was lied to, what did he do?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write about the exchange between Vassilisa and Pepel and the exchange they had in the second act. What is Vassilisa's initial question to Pepel and what is his response? What business arrangement does she propose to him? Does Pepel accept it?

Essay Topic 2

The original setting changes for the third act. Describe the setting for the third act. Analyze why the writer made this setting change and how it contributes to the mood and theme of the play. How does this setting play into the characters' roles for the third act?

Essay Topic 3

Nastya's character is wrapped up in romance throughout the entire play. Write an essay discussing all of the ways the writer has Nastya display this.

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