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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. According to Warren, his grandfather was what when he was young?

2. In act 2, whose friendship is Jessica worried will be ruined?

3. When does act 2 begin?

4. What does Warren do that freaks Jessica out?

5. What does Jessica try to give back to Warren before she leaves?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the opening scene of act 2 and its significance.

2. Why is Jessica upset with Warren about Dennis's knowing what happened between them, and what does it reveal?

3. Describe Warren's family.

4. Compare and contrast Jessica's home life with Warren's and how each is relevant to their life goals.

5. How does Dennis behave toward Jessica when she first arrives at the apartment in act 2?

6. How does Dennis respond to Valerie when she calls on the phone?

7. What happened between Warren and Jessica at the hotel?

8. What happened the night before when Valerie saw her broken sculpture, and how does Dennis feel about it?

9. What do Dennis and Warren agree to about replacing some of the funds Warren stole from his father?

10. Why can't Jessica go to brunch with Warren, and how is it significant?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What does the title of the play "This Is Our Youth" mean? How does the title influence the tone, characters, and plot of the play?

Essay Topic 2

Choose 4 props, and discuss their significance in the play. What meaning do they have for the characters? How do they propel the plot forward?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the role of setting in "This Is Our Youth." When and Where does the play take place? What is the significance of the setting?

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