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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Lady Macbeth's expression as stated in the entrance scene directions?

2. In Act II, who says the students will be able to concentrate on the drama of the moment?

3. What does Maria say a performance is?

4. What does Battista plead for from Maria?

5. When Maria asks "Is there anything you would kill for?" Sharon replies:

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Why does Maria criticize Sharon about her gown when she says everyone should have a special "look" so that the audience will remember you. Do you think Sharon fulfills this requirement but still gets criticized for it by Maria?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss Maria's marriage to Battista. Why does Maria tire of him once she has become famous and successful?

Essay Topic 3

Maria says she will feel repaid if her students sing properly and honestly. Discuss how she has tried to teach that lesson to Sophie, Tony, and Sharon. Was she successful? Why or why not?

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