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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. How would you describe the setting of "The Lady, or the Tiger?"
2. When was "The Lady, or the Tiger?" first published?
3. When did Frank R. Stockton live?
4. What major theme of "The Lady, or the Tiger?" is established in the beginning of the story?
5. What does the word "idealism" refer to in the narrative?
Short Essay Questions
1. How is the king's method of governance described in Part 1 of the story?
2. What historical allusions does the author make in Part 1 of the story?
3. How is the structure of the king's arena described in Part 2 of the story?
4. How is the narrative in the beginning of the story related?
5. How does the king respond when things go his way or do not, according to the narrator in Part 1?
6. What is described in the hypothetical scenario where the accused man opens the first door in Part 2?
7. What theme is introduced in Part 2 of the narrative?
8. To what genres and literary styles is Frank R. Stockton most associated?
9. Upon what historial structure(s) is the king's arena based?
10. What takes place in preparation for a trial at the knig's arena?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Discuss the theme of secrets in "The Lady, or the Tiger?" What secrets are discovered and revealed in the course of the story? How does the author develop this theme through character and setting? What symbolism and imagery supports this theme?
Essay Topic 2
Discuss the courtier's actions, objectives, and obstacles when he enters the arena. To whom does the courtier look for advice on his fate? How does he perceive and act upon that advice? What is the main obstacle of the courtier in the arena?
Essay Topic 3
Analyze and discuss the character of the courtier in "The Lady, or the Tiger?" How does the love affair between the princess and the courtier begin? How long does the love affair last before the king discovers it? How are the courtier's appearance and demeanor described?
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