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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where has Damon arrived from?

2. How does Damon react when Alquist cuts him open?

3. Who is giving Alquist orders?

4. What does Alquist want water for?

5. Why does Alquist say he could not hold a scalpel?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss elements of the narrative structure; Exposition, conflict, complication, climax, resolution and conclusion. Do all the elements make for a logical and linear story? How does the story's structure express the novel's themes?

Essay Topic 2

A film version of R.U.R is scheduled to be releases in 2011. Why are the themes and ideas used in the play still relevant over 80 years later? How will the filmmakers have to adapt the themes of the play to fit in with the new environment?

Essay Topic 3

R.U.R is famous for having introduced the word robot into popular culture. How has the term and the idea that robots could exist evolved? Why have humans been so fascinated by robots? What part do robots play in today's society?

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