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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Lady at the beginning of Act 3 Scene 3?

2. What does Lady grab when Val goes to change out of his work suit?

3. What is playing music to advertise the opening of the confectionery?

4. What does Lady grab when Val tries to leave?

5. How long does Lady say that Val has worked at the store in Act 3?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the imagery that Lady uses to define herself. How does the monkey relate to Lady? How does the fig tree?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the role of Music in Orpheus Descending. What role does Music and Art play in the themes of this play? Who represents music and art?

Essay Topic 3

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?

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