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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Polly referred to as by Lucy?

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

3. Who wi once Jenny's pimp?

4. How long ago does Polly say she meets Macheath?

5. Who sings "Ballade of Immoral Earnings"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

If Brecht is alive today, what do you think he says about American politics and social philosophy? What does he say globally? Use examples from the text and Brecht's life to support your discussion.

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

What is Macheath's "Tragic Flaw"? How is this exemplified in the play? What are his noble characteristics? Compare and contrast the two.

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