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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Tracy see in Dexter's eyes when she talks to him?

2. Although he does not agree with her assessment, what does Tracy apologize to Seth for on the day of the wedding?

3. What does Dinah comment on as she looks at the drawing room on the day of the wedding?

4. What does Liz tell Mike about his job with the magazine after hearing Sandy's plan?

5. How does Tracy address the guests in the drawing room after she decides not to marry George or Mike?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain in detail 3 ways that the Lord family uses extreme measures to preserve their reputation. Include why this is important to them, which other characters are involved, and how their actions illustrate one of the main themes in the play.

Essay Topic 2

Describe 2 examples of how Dexter deliberately stands in George's way and prevents him from doing something. Why does the author choose Dexter to perform this role? In each case, what is significant about Dexter's actions, and what do you think his motivations are for doing them? How does George's character respond and what does that show about his role in the plot?

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast Dexter and George. Use specific examples from the play to analyze both characters, their differences, and if there are any ways they are alike. Also, include how each character develops and why they ended up in the places they did at the end of the play.

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