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

Short Answer Questions

1. Karen believes that people are what?

2. Why does Karen claim Gould lied to her?

3. When Gould tells Karen he is going to pay her a compliment, it's to do what?

4. According to the book in Act 2, why does God send radiation?

5. What does Gould lie to Karen about when she confronts him?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the relationship Gould has with the films that he produces.

1) What type of film does Gould produce?

2) What type of film does Gould claim he wants to produce?

3) How does Gould feel about the work he produces?

Essay Topic 2

Analyze the presence of religion in the script.

1) Who discusses religion?

2) In what way is it discussed?

3) What are the relationships various characters share with God?

Essay Topic 3

Fear is mentioned several times within Speed-the-plow. Analyze the idea of fear based on its presence in the play.

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