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

Short Answer Questions

1. As Act 3 begins, where is it set?

2. When Mrs. Antrobus and Gladys appear to greet Henry, what are they wearing?

3. Sabina shouts that Mr. Antrobus is still inventing what?

4. Who does Mr. Antrobus accuse of giving Gladys the stockings?

5. Who tells Gladys and Mrs. Antrobus that the war is over?

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

Why does the play have its characters "break character" so often? Use examples from the play to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

What is an explanation the play gives, through its other themes and motifs, for why Sabina refuses to play out the full seduction scene? Cite examples in support of your answer.

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