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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 feel Suzanne has made out of their love for each other?
2. What explanation does Figaro give as the reason why a man wants to possess another man's wife?
3. How does Suzanne respond to finding out what bedroom Figaro and she will share after marriage?
4. What is Antonio carrying when he enters the room?
5. Who is Antonio related to?
Short Essay Questions
1. How do Marceline and Bartholo react to Figaro's proof of his being a gentleman?
2. How does the Count react to Bazile's request to have the hand of Marceline?
3. Why do Bartholo, Brid-Oisin, Bazile, and Antonio meet Figaro in the pavilion?
4. What does Antonio mean when he says that no one can be allowed to marry into his family if they have unmarried parents?
5. What does Figaro explain about human nature?
6. What happens after Cherubin has admitted to the Count that his actions have been unwise but that he can be discreet?
7. What does the judge decide regarding the case?
8. What does Figaro reveal in his aside?
9. What do Figaro and Suzanne talk about when they are alone in the room they will marry in?
10. What are the implications for Suzanne now that the presence of Cherubin has been revealed?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Explain how the classic elements of irony (dramatic, verbal, and irony of situation) are used in the play. How does irony contribute to the theme of the play? How does irony contribute to the element of farce in the play? Use 3 pieces of dialogue as evidence of your findings.
Essay Topic 2
Discuss the motivations for the character of Figaro. How is Figaro inspired? What motivates Figaro into action? Use 3 pieces of textual evidence to support your claims.
Essay Topic 3
Compare and Contrast THE BARBER OF SEVILLE and THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO in terms of the elements of commedia dell'arte, farce, and satire. How ar the two plays alike? How are they different? Use specific examples, including the use of recurring characters.
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