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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Serafina say is always watching?

2. Who is calling Serafina?

3. Where did Rosa run to when Jack told her she was beautiful?

4. What does Serafina say gives them enough light?

5. Who does Serafina say Alvaro reminded her of?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

THE ROSE TATTOO was made into a film starring Burt Lancaster. How did the filmmakers adapt Williams' ideas to film? How did these changes affect the meaning of the story?

Essay Topic 2

Pick two characters from the play and discuss their goals and motives. Do they achieve their motive? Do they share similar goals and motives with other characters? Do their goals clash with other characters? How do the characters' goals and motives affect their interaction with each other?

Essay Topic 3

Examine the play's chronological setting.

1. What were the main concerns during the 1950s? How does the author express these concerns?

2. How would the author change the play if it was set in today's society?

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