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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Carol say she's come to deliver a message to in Act 2 Scene 1?

2. How old was Vee's baby sister when she died?

3. How does the nurse say the confectionery looks?

4. What does the sign say that the Sheriff tells Val about?

5. What is Carol doing outside the Red Crown station in Act 2?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explore the theme of sexuality and sexual repression in Orpheus Descending. Which characters are repressed? Which are not? How does Val's presence affect the town?

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast the characters of Lady and Jabe. What do each of these characters represent symbolically? How are they alike? How are they different.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the use of snake and reptile imagery in the play. What does Carol's last line mean? Paraphrase this line in your answer and describe how it relates to Val.

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