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

Short Answer Questions

1. About which plant does Katya make a comment to herself in Act 4, Part 2?

2. At the end of Act 3, Part 2, Natalya states that she will "never survive this" without whom?

3. Under what type of tree were Vera and Natalya strolling before entering the scene in Act 5, Part 2?

4. Who visits Natalya after Vera leaves in Act 3, Part 2?

5. Which character looks for Vera in Act 4, Part 2?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the theme of youth versus old age, including specific examples of its occurrence in the play.

Essay Topic 2

How are characters' alliances formed and broken during the play? Who normally allies with whom? How do unusual pairings affect events? Explain, defending your position with specific evidence from the text.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the passageway and the type of events that occur there.

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