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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 long had Karen and Martha worked to save money to buy the farm and start the school?

2. Who did Birdie's mother get an autograph from?

3. Wilkies says that he likes to eat big in the mornings, like who?

4. Who stole the missing food in Act II of "Days to Come"?

5. How much money has Horace set aside for Addie?

Short Essay Questions

1. Julie talks about "it stopped a little while ago." What is she referring to?

2. Explain what Julie says she's been searching for during her conversation with Whalen.

3. Why did Oscar marry Birdie? Did he ever love her?

4. "The Children's Hour" was author Lillian Hellman's first play. Who did she dedicate it to?

5. What does Regina want in exchange for the bonds, and what will she do if she doesn't get it?

6. In "The Little Foxes," Birdie cries out at the end of Act I. What reason does she give Alexandra, and what really happened?

7. Describe the Rodman living room in "Days to Come."

8. According to Leo, what is in Horace's safety deposit box?

9. When Act II of "The Little Foxes" begins, Addie appears worried. What is she worried about?

10. Describe the Wright-Dobie School for Girls.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Julie in "Days to Come" is a character who seems to be searching for meaning in her life. She tells Whalen that she's been busy find out about herself. Discuss what Julie is looking for and what she has found out about her self and her desires.

Essay Topic 2

Compare the social issues present in "Six Plays by Lillian Hellman."

Essay Topic 3

"The Little Foxes" and "Another Part of the Forest" use the same main cast of characters at different times in their lives. Compare the two plays.

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