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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. What does Stanley fear Blanche has done with Belle Reve?

2. Who is the one person that Blanches does not meet right away?

3. What is Harold Mitchell's nickname?

4. What causes Blanche to scream after Stella pours her a coke?

5. To where do Stella and Blanche retreat?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. What does Blanche tell Stella about her reason for coming to New Orleans?

4. What happens to let Blanche and Stanley to be alone together?

5. What has Shaw revealed to Stanley about Blanche?

6. Why doesn't Stella introduce Mitch to Blanche when they arrive home from their night out?

7. When Stella tells Stanley about the loss of Belle Reve, what is his response?

8. How does Mitch first make small talk with Blanche?

9. What does Stella reveal about Mitch and what does she think of him?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In the end, Blanche is taken away, seemingly crazy and in need of help. But what are the signs that might have indicated she was mentally unstable long before she was taken away? Give at least three signs that Blanche needed mental health attention. Do you think she was actually crazy? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Spousal abuse is something indirectly addressed in this play. What are some examples of spousal abuse that occur? Why do you think Stella reacts the way she does? Do you think she believes she is being abused? Why or why not? Why does Blanche react the way she does?

Essay Topic 3

The idea of the poker game seems to be a metaphor for the rest of the play. It's a game of strategy, of deception at times, and only one person can win. How does Stanley and Blanche's relationship compare to this game? What are some other ways that Stanley is playing games with Blanche and with his wife?

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