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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Solness say that Ragnar should not be allowed to do?

2. What does Aline say Solness is underneath his bluster?

3. What does Hilda tell Solness to write on Ragnar's drawings?

4. What does Hilda say is was not a simple to do?

5. What does Solnesss say Ragnar will do given the chance?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss Ibsen's life. In what way is his life and personality is reflected in the book? How important is it for a writer to draw from their own experiences?

Essay Topic 2

Choose one of the following and examine it what expresses about late 19th century society:

1) Architecture.

2) Religion.

3) Youth.

Essay Topic 3

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

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