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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Music as well consists in the ear as in the _______.
2. If you use a lump of wood instead, the ball will not travel and you will end up hurting your ______.
3. At the opening of Scene 9, Henry is alone in the _______ sitting in a chair.
4. Henry says, "I can't find a piece of me where you are _________."
5. Henry finds out that _______ is getting married. Annie says congratulations and wants to know who the girl is.
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
The structure used by Stoppard to show a play within a play is one that confuses the reader at times, though it might be easier for an audience member to appreciate.
Part 1: What did you think about the structure of a play within a play? Did you think it helped the play or hurt it?
Part 2: Why do you think Stoppard decided to use the play within a play structure?
Part 3: If the play had simply been straightforward without any play within a play structures, how might the story have been different?
Essay Topic 2
The character of Brodie is an interesting one since no one in the audience sees him until the very end of the play.
Part 1: Why do you think the character of Brodie is necessary for the play?
Part 2: Do you think leaving out the character of Brodie would have been possible? Why or why not?
Part 3: Why do you think the character of Brodie isn't introduced to the play until the very end?
Essay Topic 3
Henry is very attached to his art, writing, calling it sacred and deserving of respect. One's passion can often stir up these sorts of emotions in a person.
Part 1: Why do you think Henry believes his art demands so much respect?
Part 2: Do you agree that writing deserves to be respected or that it is sacred? Why or why not?
Part 3: In your life, what is most sacred to you? Why?
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