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

Short Answer Questions

1. At the end of Act 4, Part 3, what is waiting inside for the characters?

2. Whose sketches did Kolya show Natalya?

3. Who received a note from Natalya written in pencil?

4. Which character sends Beliayev in to Natalya for dismissal?

5. Who calls the doctor for Natalya in Act 5, Part 2?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

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

Essay Topic 3

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

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