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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Karen's response at the idea of Gould wanting to sleep with her?

2. Where does Karen claim to have looked inside of Gould?

3. The book in Act 2 claims people are ruled by what emotion?

4. In Act Two, what does Gould accuse Karen of?

5. What does Gould tell Karen she already knows?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Conscience and morality is mentioned frequently throughout Speed-the-plow. Analyze conscience and morality based on one of the following:

1) The bet placed on Karen.

2) Guilt associated with success.

3) Professional responsibility.

Essay Topic 2

There are several unseen elements that drive the characters in Speed-the-plow. Choose one of the following and analyze its effect on the characters.

1) The popular film audience.

2) Ross.

3) Money.

Essay Topic 3

Choose one of the following characters. Create an analysis of why they live and work in Hollywood based on the text:

1) Gould.

2) Fox.

3) Karen.

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