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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. Which political form interests Shaw?

2. What does Tanner tease Henry about?

3. Shaw does not believe one of the following is a great writer:

4. What word most accurately expresses the opinion of the author's detractors?

5. What is the name of Whitefield's daughter?

Short Essay Questions

1. What inspired Shaw's version of Don Juan?

2. Who is appointed as Ann's guardian?

3. What is Tanner's excuse for attempting to withdraw the invitation? How does Ann react?

4. What is Tanner's advice to Ann?

5. What is Shaw's opinion regarding famed writers Byron, Wordsworth and Shelley?

6. List some of the topics addressed by Tanner in the handbook.

7. What is Don Juan's opinion on intellect and like topics?

8. What does Mendoza say that makes Henry so angry?

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

10. How does Tavy react to Ann's response? Who intervenes?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare your concept of heaven and hell against Shaw's dream sequence? Do you believe in heaven and hell? If so describe in detail what each plays some might look like and types of activities that take place there. Who might you see there? If you do not believe in heaven and hell. Discuss your concept of the afterlife, and any supporting references.

Essay Topic 2

Marriage is a main topic of the play. At the time the play was written marriage was viewed much differently than it is today. Compare and contrast the concept of marriage during that time with today.

Essay Topic 3

Analyze the overall concept of Don Juan. Describe the character physically, emotionally and spiritually. How is Don Juan different from the average man? Is there such a thing as a perfect man?

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