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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. Where is Polly to send Macheath's money?

2. What is the name of the prison or jailhouse?

3. What does Polly bring with her to see Macheath in Act Two Scene Four?

4. Who says, "If you are, these gentlemen would rip your pants off long ago and tan your ass for you"?

5. Who is Matthew?

Short Essay Questions

1. Compare and contrast the characters of Macheath and Tiger Brown. How are they alike? How are they different?

2. Describe Mr. Peachum. What is his business? What is his demeanor toward others?

3. What is Lucy's relationship to Macheath?

4. Compare and contrast Lucy and Polly. How are they alike? How are they different?

5. What do Macheath and Brown discuss in Act Three Scene Nine? Why?

6. What does Lucy reveal to Polly in Act Three at her home? Why?

7. What does Macheath do in order to attempt to escape in Act Three Scene Nine?

8. Who arrives just before Macheath puts his neck in the noose? What does this character declare?

9. Who sings "Call from the Grave"? What is the song about?

10. Why is Polly upset when she meets Macheath in Act Two at the stable?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe examples of how Brecht's life is reflected in The Threepenny Opera. How are his political beliefs reflected? How is his personal life reflected? How does he reflect upon his career in the play?

Essay Topic 2

Describe examples of foreshadowing in The Threepenny Opera. Define the term "Foreshadowing" and explain how and why Brecht uses it in the play. Cite examples from the text, the songs, and the actions of characters in the play.

Essay Topic 3

Explain the tenets of Marxism. How do they apply to The Threepenny Opera? Use examples from the text to support your point.

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