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

Short Answer Questions

1. The thwarting character emerges from what room to stop the pair from moving the piano?

2. The thwarting character demands that the pair wait for which character to return home before selling the piano?

3. Who does the weapon belong to before Berniece takes it for protection?

4. What has Avery's new landlord given to the new church?

5. What pet died when Boy Willie was a young boy?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Storytelling proves to be one of the most powerful elements of information transfer throughout the play. Choose one story that was told during the course of the play, explain the story's significance, and discuss how this story is an example of the importance of storytelling in the Charles family culture.

Essay Topic 2

The idea of supernatural beings within the Charles home is particularly strong in relation to Sutter's ghost.

Part 1. Give three examples of moments in which one or more members of the Charles family feels the presence of Sutter's spirit in their home.

Part 2. Briefly explain the reasons suggested for Sutter's stalking of the Charles family, and particularly, his spirit's apparent presence within the piano.

Part 3. Explain the various ways that members of the Charles family attempt to get rid of Sutter's spirit.

Essay Topic 3

The piano itself is arguably the strongest symbol in the entire play. Explain the history of the piano and briefly discuss why the physical structure of the piano can be seen as a symbol within the Charles family.

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