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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What has Mollie done in the middle of the night?
2. What is the main realiziation that Philip has that pushes him over the edge?
3. What does Mother Lovejoy offer both Mollie and Paris should they ever need it?
4. What is name of the character who first comments on the furnishings in Paris's house?
5. What will John provide for his new family that Philip was unable to provide?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Describe the time and setting of the play and how the setting has a direct impact on the characters. Name the historical prototypes that are used in the play and describe how the characters represent the time in history in which the play is set. Also, include an analysis of the farmhouse and how it relates to the plot of the play.
Essay Topic 2
The allure of security is a driving force in the plot development of The Square Root of Wonderful. How important is security in a marriage or relationship in the present day? How important was the role of security in a marriage or relationship in the 1950s? Discuss how love and marriage differ in terms of needs and desires now versus then, weaving in security and safety in your response.
Essay Topic 3
Discuss the relationship between Paris and John Tucker. In what was is John becoming a father figure to Paris? In what ways is John different from Philip in his fathering techniques? In what ways is Philip different from John when it comes to fostering Paris's emotional well being. Is John's influence enough to sustain Paris or is Philip's presence necessary to his raising? Use textual evidence to support your findings.
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