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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

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

4. How does Gould respond to Karen's interpretation of "Radiation . . ."?

5. What does Gould tell Karen she already knows?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

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 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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