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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is the setting in Act 2's symbolism ironic?

2. How does Claire respond to Adelaide's accusations?

3. Which two characters embrace at the end of Act 2?

4. Why does a character apologize to Tom?

5. Which is the best description of Harry?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Why does Claire prefer her greenhouse plants to grow wild and untamed? Does this mesh with the extreme care she takes to protect the plants from nature? How do these answers support the theme of the play?

Essay Topic 2

How are light and sound used to forward the plot and atmosphere of "The Verge"?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the symbolism of heat in this play as it relates to love, comfort, and survival. Why is it significant that Claire diverts the heat from her family home to the greenhouse? Why is it significant that a snowstorm rages outdoors, visible through the greenhouse windows?

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