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

Short Answer Questions

1. When the substitutes are ready, what does Sabina do?

2. When Sabina begs to be allowed onto the ship, who says she can come on board?

3. What is Mr. Antrobus wearing when he appears in Act 3, Part 2?

4. Fitzpatrick appears and says that several actors have been taken ill with what?

5. Who takes Henry off the stage in Act 3, Part 2?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Why does Act 3, Part 1 begin with the rehearsal of non-actors in the roles of philosophers? What message does this send? Use examples from the play to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Using examples from the play to support your answer, explain how this play contrasts the best and worst aspects of being human.

Essay Topic 3

Using specific evidence from the play, answer the following question: Why is the war never named?

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