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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Musgrave say he sees in every human experience?

2. Who do the soldiers grab and bring on stage?

3. What does Walsh tell Musgrave and his men to do?

4. What is Attercliffe doing while Hurst beats his drum?

5. What instrument does Hurst play in Act 2, Scene 3?

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

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 interactions with each other?

Essay Topic 3

Aside from the main characters, examine the way the author uses the other characters in the book. When does he introduce and take them away from the story? What effect does it have on the story?

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