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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. The legal papers that Stanley finds describe how the DuBois men exchanged the land for their epic ___________.

2. How do the men attempt to calm Stanley down?

3. What does Blanche find to drink as she is waiting in Stella's apartment?

4. Blanche begs Stella, "Don't hang back with the __________!"

5. What astrological sign does Blanche say she is?

Short Essay Questions

1. How do the men attempt to calm Stanley down?

2. What happened on Stella's wedding night that horrifies Blanche, but Stella admits thrilled her?

3. What happens between Blanche and the teenage boy that comes to collect for the newspaper?

4. What happens after Stanley throws the radio out of the window?

5. What proof does Stanley find that makes him believe that Blanche may have spent an inheritance?

6. Why is Stanley taunting Blanche more at this point in the story?

7. What has happened to Belle Reve, according to Blanche and to the papers she shows Stanley from her trunk?

8. What happens when Stella decides to go watch Stanley bowl?

9. What is Stella's explanation for Stanley's behavior the night before?

10. Why does Stanley get so upset about the idea of Belle Reve being lost?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The setting of Elysian Fields seems to be a depressing one. Give three examples of things that surround Elysian Fields that add to its feeling of depravity and gloom. Do you think that a change of setting would have changed the story? Why or why not? How does the setting affect each of the four main characters?

Essay Topic 2

The physical altercations in this play are striking, even if you're not seeing them performed. Give three examples of physical altercations that take place in this play. What is the cause of each of these events? Could anything have been done to stop these events? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

The idea of putting on a good appearance for others is something Blanche takes very seriously, adjusting her makeup and always making sure she smells good. Why do you think Blanche cares so much about appearances, not just her own? What do proper appearances mean? What do the other characters in the story feel about appearance?

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