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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Madge tell Hal after he kisses her goodnight?

2. What have Howard and Rosemary done this evening?

3. What announcement do Howard and Rosemary make?

4. What does Hal do when Madge tells him to go away?

5. What does Rosemary do when Howard tries to leave?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The role of women is a main topic addressed in this story. Explain the theme that extends through all the female characters. What is the presumed role of women in America during the 1950s? Explain by giving examples.

Essay Topic 2

Describe the overall setting for the play. Why does Inge use the setting he does? What is the time period of the story? How important is the time period to the attitudes and issues of the characters?

Essay Topic 3

There is much symbolism in this story regarding the train whistles. What do the train whistles symbolize for Madge and Millie? What do they ultimately symbolize for Flo?

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