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

Short Answer Questions

1. For what does Isabelle chastise the wrong twin?

2. What topic do Isabelle and Diana discuss in Act 3, Scene 1?

3. What does Diana want Hugo to admit in Act 2?

4. What does the author call his play?

5. Which twin is confident with women?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast the values held by Diana and Isabelle regarding money and position in society. Why is Diana better suited for Hugo, and Isabelle better suited for Frederic?

Essay Topic 2

What are the social implications of coming from "old money," like Madame Desmortes? Why do some members of society place a greater value on inherited money than on money truly earned?

Essay Topic 3

Which characters are blackmailed by Hugo in the course of the play? For what sorts of weakness are those characters held accountable by Hugo?

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