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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who watches Rose and Mr. Easter as they walk to the funeral?

2. What is Mrs. Maurrant making for Mrs. Buchanan?

3. What does Mrs. Maurrant have in a paper bag?

4. What does Fred find when he arrives?

5. What happens when Sam tries to stop Mr. Maurrant?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Sam shows bravery.

Part 1) When does he act bravely?

Part 2) Why does Sam do this?

Part 3) What do Sam's actions say about his character?

Essay Topic 2

Sounds are a constant in this play.

Part 1) What types of sounds are heard? Why?

Part 2) How might these sounds affect the viewer? Why?

Part 3) Do you believe these sounds would enhance or detract from the play? Why?

Essay Topic 3

Mr. Maurrant shoots and kills both his wife and Mr. Sankey.

Part 1) Why does he murder them?

Part 2) What clues earlier in the play foreshadowed this action?

Part 3) How do various neighbors react to this event? Why do they react this way?

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