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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 does the Count propose she do that evening instead of either Suzanne or Cherubin?

2. What sound summons Suzanne to the Countess?

3. What is Suzanne trying on as Figaro is busy measuring?

4. Which character tries to talk Suzanne into giving in to the Count's demands?

5. What is Antonio carrying when he enters the room?

Short Essay Questions

1. What do Figaro and Suzanne talk about when they are alone in the room they will marry in?

2. What does Figaro reveal that proves he is a gentleman?

3. What is the significance of Suzanne actions at the opening of Act 1 as Figaro is measuring the floor to determine the best place for the bed?

4. What do Marceline and Bartholo plot to do?

5. Why does Suzanne want a different bedroom?

6. How do Figaro and the Countess respond to the Count's decision regarding Cherubin?

7. How does Figaro react to Suzanne explaining the reason why she wants a different bedroom?

8. What does Cherubin confess to Suzanne?

9. What does Figaro argue regarding the letter?

10. What happens when a group of peasant girls present Suzanne with flowers in honor of her wedding?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast the Count's pursuit of women with Cherubin's pursuit of women. in what ways are their actions similar? In what ways are they different? Finally, is the Count justified in his pursuit of women because of his hierarchy and sense of power?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the portrayal of women in the play. What are their similarities and what are their difference? How do they assist each other in finding success in love? Include 3 specific scenes in your answer.

Essay Topic 3

Explain the elements of "farce" that are intertwined in both the plot and dialogue of THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO. Extract 3 poignant pieces of textual evidence and explain how each piece of evidence is representative of the qualities of a farce.

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