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

Short Answer Questions

1. From what does Claire say she needs to be rescued?

2. What does Tom say will happen to communication between himself and Claire?

3. What is the setting of Act 2?

4. Which is the best description of Dick?

5. What does Tom do when Claire tries to embrace him?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss how the professions of the main male characters reflect or amplify their general personalities. Is it significant that Claire's liaisons outside of marriage are with artistic types?

Essay Topic 2

How does the playwright use sound to illustrate Claire's need to find meaning in her life at the expense of others? Consider the wind, the buzzer, and the Victrola as examples.

Essay Topic 3

Research and discuss the historical context of this play. What rights were denied to women at the time, and what rights or choices did some women of the time seek to gain?

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