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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. How much money does Frenchy make per week?

2. Who was the best man at Stark's wedding?

3. What have Stark and Belle just fought about when the play opens?

4. What type of suit does Mr. Prince wear in Act 1?

5. What anniversary exists in Act 1?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Cleo want Stark to be jealous of Mr. Wax?

2. Why does Belle object to Mr. Prince funding Stark's practice?

3. Why does Mr. Prince want to help Stark with his business?

4. Describe the character Mr. Wax. How does he treat women? Men?

5. Cleo claims Stark is ashamed of her. Why?

6. Why does Cleo tell Stark she doesn't care for Belle?

7. How do the men in Rocket to the Moon treat Cleo?

8. In Act 2, Scene 2, why is Stark surprised to see his wife?

9. Why is Stark worried about Cleo when she is not back at the time she said she would be?

10. Why does Mr. Wax invite Cleo to lunch?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the portrayal of women in Rocket to the Moon.

1) Who are the female characters in Rocket to the Moon?

2) How do they dress? Talk? Act?

3) Does their gender affect how other characters respond to them? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Examine the relationship between Belle and Stark.

1) How does he feel about her? How does she feel about him?

2) What do they want from one another? Are those needs met?

3) What are the obstacles in their relationship?

Essay Topic 3

Symbolism is heavily used throughout Rocket to the Moon.

1) Identify several symbols used throughout the play.

2) Relate these objects to the story being told.

3) Examine how the use of symbolism adds depth to Rocket to the Moon.

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