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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. Who gives a note to Tanner?

2. The letter asked a question about what famous character?

3. What is the subject of Tanner's lecture to Ann?

4. To whom was the letter addressed?

5. What word does Tavy use to describe Ann?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Ramsden have a negative opinion of Tanner?

2. What detail about Violet's condition is overlooked by the group?

3. What warning does Shaw issue to Walkley?

4. What is Malone's connection to Mendoza?

5. What is the difference between Shaw's references to revolutionists compared to those created by other authors?

6. Why did Shaw feel the need to modernize the play?

7. What is the context of the scene between Violet and Malone Sr.?

8. How does Shaw describe the essence of Don Juan?

9. Explain the situation with Whitefield's will.

10. What is the chauffeur doing in the first part of Act 2?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the relationship between Ann, Rhoda and Mrs. Whitefield before and after Mr. Whitefield's death. How did the relationships change? Who took over as the head of the family? Was it a wise choice? Where do you think the family will be in one year? In five years?

Essay Topic 2

Mendoza and the brigands are pirates of the road. Compare and contrast the brigands to Robin Hood. Examine the use of pirates in literature versus modern day pirates on the open sea.

Essay Topic 3

Examine the relationship between Ann and Tanner. How did they know each other? Describe the pact that Ann spoke about in the garden. How did the pact affect their present relationship? How did their former relationship affect Ann in regards to marriage? Does Ann truly love Jack or is it another manipulation?

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