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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who sings the Jealousy Duet?

2. What does Lucy bring to Mac in the jail?

3. What does Macheath do to make Polly believe he loves Lucy more?

4. Who sings "Ballade of Immoral Earnings"?

5. What day does Macheath regularly visit the brothel?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe how exposition is illustrated in The Threepenny Opera. What does "Exposition" mean? What are the different methods of exposition and what is the primary method implemented in The Threepenny Opera?

Essay Topic 2

Macheath and Mr. Peachum are the driving forces in The Threepenny Opera. Compare and contrast these. How are they alike? How are they different? What do they symbolize in regards to the theme?

Essay Topic 3

Describe Brecht's allusions to the Bible in The Threepenny Opera. Who quotes passages from the Bible and what purpose do they serve? What symbols can be seen as Biblical references? What point (or points) regarding religion do you think Brecht is portraying in this play?

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