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

Short Answer Questions

1. The Solomon Song is sung by whom?

2. Where is Lucy's bedroom?

3. What does Lucy say she wants from Mac in the jail?

4. How does Macheath pay Smith for his purchase in the jail?

5. What does Lucy bring for Polly to eat in in Act Three Scene Eight?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe how the allusion to Judas' betrayal relates to The Threepenny Opera. Which character is seen as Judas? What actions does that character do similarly and what is the outcome of those actions? Are there consequences for those actions?

Essay Topic 2

Define the term Deus Ex Machina. Where does this theatrical device originate? How does it apply to The Threepenny Opera? Why do you think Brecht chooses to implement this?

Essay Topic 3

How is the definition of "Art" a thematic point in the play The Threepenny Opera? Who describes his/her views on Art as a tool? What is it used as a tool for? How?

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