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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 is the name of the beauty contest?

2. How old is Carnelle?

3. Which character does Delmount not approve of?

4. Which character has spent time in jail and a mental institution?

5. In the first act, what drink does Carnelle serve to Popeye?

Short Essay Questions

1. By the end of the play, do you consider Carnelle to be defeated or undefeated?

2. What does Elain warn Popeye about in Act 1, Scene 2?

3. Why does Carnelle think that Elain has had the perfect life?

4. Which characters are on a quest for love?

5. Describe three ways Carnelle is attempting to better her reputation.

6. Why doesn't Delmount approve of Franklin?

7. Describe Carnelle's experience walking in the parade.

8. What is Delmount's reaction to Tessy's invitation?

9. Why does Delmount decide to watch fireworks with Popeye?

10. What elements of the story foreshadow that things will go wrong for Carnelle in the pageant?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Which characters are content with their lives? In what ways is happiness a theme in the story?

Essay Topic 2

Which characters are seeking their self-identity? How do they seek to find it?

Essay Topic 3

Describe each character's quest for love in the play.

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