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

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Mollie thinking at the moment of Philip's death that, because of their strong connection, she knows Philip knew about?

2. What does Paris accuse his father of being to come up with such an idea of leaving?

3. What does Philip believe his only course of action because Mollie does not understand how much he loves her?

4. Who does John think Mollie must choose to save from a similar fate as Philip?

5. Who does Mother Lovejoy say will inherit her estate when she dies?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the crisis of The Square Root of Wonderful? Describe the moment when the conflict reaches a turning point and the opposing forces in the story meet. This is the time when the conflict becomes the most intense. Use specific scenes from the play and be sure to point out specific characters and dialogue.

Essay Topic 2

What is the theme of "The Square Root of Wonderful?" What is the main idea or underlying meaning? It may be stated or implied but it is an idea the author returns to time and again and is the most important idea in the story. Explain your answer by sharing the feelings of the main character, the thoughts and conversations he has, the actions and events of the story, and what the characters ultimately learn.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the act of suicide in The Square Root of Wonderful. We know that Paris mentions that suicide is weakness. However, when someone is on the edge of despair where no rational thought takes place, could it be considered a sickness or a form of relief? Does Philip's suicide bring the family closer together or does it split them further apart. Does it serve it's purpose or is it the ultimate tragedy?

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