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

Short Answer Questions

1. What apparently happened to Leo and Ulla in Rio?

2. What is Ulla's role in the Springtime for Hitler as seen in act 2, scene 4?

3. What does Franz have to do before he goes on stage in act 2, scene 3?

4. Why does Franz want to shoot Max and Leo in act 2, scene 5?

5. What takes place after the dance audition in act 2, scene 2?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The Producers is a musical comedy, meaning that there are several songs and dance sequences that take place throughout the show. Discuss the play as a musical. What does music add to the show? What does the show lose by being a musical? What are the defining qualities of a musical and how is it exemplified in The Producers? Does the show itself ever self-mock for being a musical? Cite specific examples from the text to support your statements.

Essay Topic 2

In the character of Ulla, the archetype of the "dumb blond" is brought into the show. However, in many ways, Ulla defies that particular stereotype. Write an essay about how Ulla manages to simultaneously embody the stereotype while being her own character.

Essay Topic 3

How is the author of this play able to use a musical such as Springtime for Hitler? Why is he able to make it funny? What are the intentions of the author in turning the musical within a musical into a joke?

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