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

Short Answer Questions

1. Whom does Islayev describe as "an absolutely splendid man"?

2. How old is Liza?

3. For whom is Katya waiting in the beginning of Act 4, Part 1?

4. Natalya states that she is firing Beliayev on the basis of whose testimony?

5. As Shpigelski states, "too much knowledge bringeth" what?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the role of Katya and the setting in which she has a modicum of control.

Essay Topic 2

Explain why Islayev and Anna are so upset and confused when they see Natalya crying with Rakitin.

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast Natalya's thoughts about Beliayev in Act 1 with her thoughts about him in Act 5. How has her perception of him changed?

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