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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who sits at the desk?

2. Where does the third act take place?

3. Who knocks on Alquist's door?

4. Where does Alquist say life came from?

5. What does Primus say the numbers on the paper are?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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?

Essay Topic 2

Examine the way Capek uses other characters in the play. When does he introduce and take them away from the story? What effect does it have on the story?

Essay Topic 3

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?

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