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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 Dr. Herdal say happened to the grim old robber's castle?

2. What does Solness think will make his luck turn?

3. What does Dr. Herdal say young people have a bad habit of doing?

4. What is Mrs. Solness doing in the room?

5. What does Hilda ask Solness if his book-keeper is?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Aline say Solness should not go up the tower?

2. What does Solness accuse Dr. Herdal of?

3. Why does Solness say he does not tell his wife about his situation?

4. What complaints does Hilda have about Aline?

5. What does Solness say about Aline's talent?

6. How does Solness react when Dr. Herdal asks about his relationship with Kaia?

7. What does Solness tell Kaia?

8. Why does Hilda think Solness is mad?

9. How does Hilda react to Solness calling her a bird of prey?

10. Why does Hilda say she has to go away?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Choose one of the following and discuss how it affects the tone of the play and helps to express character and theme:

1. Setting

2. Structure

3. Language

Essay Topic 2

Examine the Play's dialogue. Explain how Ibsen's dialogue contributes to the following areas:

1. Character

2. Setting

3. Story

Essay Topic 3

Pick a character from the play and discuss their goals and motives. Do they achieve their motive? Do they share similar goals and motives with other characters? Do their goals clash with other characters? How do the characters goals and motives affect their interaction with each other?

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