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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. John wishes he had an outlet for his ____________________.

2. What nationality is Dr. Dudley Stanton?

3. What is John Williams' occupation?

4. How does Chips' gang treat Ann?

5. What does John place on the kitchen counter?

Short Essay Questions

1. How do Dudley and John differ on engaging in the trials of black people in America?

2. Why are the characters worried about John at the beginning of Act 3?

3. What is John doing at the beginning of Act 2?

4. What is John's reaction when Dudley informs him of Mattie's health diagnosis?

5. Who is Jeff and what is his anticipated entry into the story?

6. How does John behave when he finally arrives home?

7. What happens after Ann suggests that she move into a hotel?

8. What are the police demands when they surround the house?

9. What happens when Mo derides Jeff's dream of fighting for Black rights via the legal system?

10. What is the setting of Act 3 and what are the characters doing as the act begins?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses some important instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an example of foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 2

Explain the irony in the personalities and characteristics of John and Dudley. Compare and contrast the two men. Why are they unlikely friends? What is the attraction that keeps the friendship alive?

Essay Topic 3

Create a brief character study of Dudley. What does he look like? What are his positive personality traits? What are some of his negative characteristics? What are his hopes and fears? What motivates him--if anything--at this point in his life?

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