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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Suzanne, Figaro, and all the others do in the presence of the Count pleading for the Count's mercy?

2. What does Figaro reveal he is most jealous of in terms of the Count?

3. What is Figaro's explanation to the Count as to why he's taken so long to arrive?

4. What does Figaro ask his mother to do once the news of his birthright is revealed?

5. Which character steps forward and asks the Count to be merciful as the Countess tries to explain to the Count the reason Cherubin has not left?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the climax of THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO? How does the climax lead to the denouemont? How does the element of farce effect the resolution? Include 4 pieces of dialogue as evidence in your essay.

Essay Topic 2

Explain the Tone and Mood of THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO. How are the tone and mood important to the development of the characters? How do the tone and mood contribute to the action of the character? Use textual examples from 2 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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