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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 is Lady Britamort's initial reaction when left in the library?

2. What is the relationship of Lady Britomart and Barbara?

3. How does Mr. Undershaft respond to the question of morality of his work?

4. Mr. Undershaft became wealthy through which means?

5. Who ushers Mr. Undershaft into the home?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Peter Shirley.

2. Describe Rummy Mitchens.

3. What were the results of the Salvation Army march?

4. What are Mr. Undershaft's ideas about finding an inheritor for the foundry?

5. Describe Snobby Price.

6. How do Stephen and Mr. Undershaft feel about each other?

7. How does Mr. Undershaft view Adolphus Cusins?

8. How does Barbara treat Bill Walker?

9. Describe Sarah's fiance's financial situation.

10. What are the reasons Lady Britomart has invited Mr. Undershaft over?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Mr. Undershaft believes that poverty is the primary cause of crime. Describe how Mr. Undershaft believes that poverty causes crime, and explain why.

Essay Topic 2

Hypocritical moralities are a theme throughout Major Barbara. Choose 3 examples of how Shaw reflects hypocritical moralities and write about that usage.

Essay Topic 3

Major Barbara is a discussion play rather than an action play. Compare and contrast the 2 writing styles and the effectiveness of the messages.

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