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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Which twin does Isabelle believe she sees after the fight in Act 3, Scene 1?

3. What secret does Capulet ultimately reveal in Act 2?

4. For what does Isabelle chastise the wrong twin?

5. Which two characters enter the conservatory first in Act 2?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

Why do both Hugo and Lady India fall in love (or rather, fall more deeply in love) with their romantic partners after they become poor? What does this indicate about their characters and about the playwright's message regarding the value of money?

Essay Topic 3

Compare the behind-the-scenes maneuverings of Hugo and Madame Desmortes. Whose schemes are more convoluted? Whose schemes are ultimately more successful?

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