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

Short Answer Questions

1. Annie jumps onto the phone and tells the caller to keep his ________ on.

2. As Scene 10 opens, Annie is sitting down reading on the ________.

3. Henry says that he can't possibly help write the play because it is _________.

4. Brodie stated that Henry did not help him get out of prison with the play, there were _____ other inmates that got out with him.

5. Debbie has developed a habit of calling Henry _______ which he doesn't like.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The creative energy of Henry allows him to create beautiful dialogue or his characters, but he sometimes has troubles when speaking for himself.

Part 1: Why do you think it's easier for Henry to be creative in his plays than in real life?

Part 2: Do you think Henry's work is his way of dealing with his everyday problems? Why or why not?

Part 3: Do you believe it's possible for Henry to be able to bring his creative dialogue into real life as well? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

The continued affairs in this play seem to show that love is not something that can be monogamous or that can be relied upon between a man and a woman.

Part 1: How do you define the idea of an affair?

Part 2: Why do you think that affairs are so common within the context of this play?

Part 3: Do you think it's realistic for someone to stay with just one person throughout his/her life?

Essay Topic 3

One of the most compelling parts of this play is that there is a fuzzy line between what is real and what is art. The differences between real life and art are subtle, but they alter the way the characters and the play are perceived.

Part 1: Can there ever be a true definition of reality? Why or why not?

Part 2: How do you define the idea of art? Is there just one definition that makes sense? Why or why not?

Part 3: Why do you think what is real and what is art is such a serious question in this play?

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