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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. Tom tells Joe that he has had a problem with _______________.

2. What is Murphy's real name?

3. What is the letter on the front of Willie's sweater?

4. What does Kit give the men in the bar all night?

5. Who is Murphy?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the setting for Act 3?

2. How does the author use humor in Kit Carson's character in Act 4?

3. What is it that Tom wants to ask Joe and what prompts his need to ask?

4. What gesture of kindness does Joe do for Tom which completely surprises Tom?

5. What is the setting for Act 2?

6. How is Nick's character further revealed in Act 4?

7. How does Blick intimidate Kitty into humiliating behavior?

8. How does Kitty take advantage of Tom's naivete and feelings of love for her?

9. What job does Nick agree to pay Wesley to do?

10. What are Elsie and Dudly's perspectives on loving without pain?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the concept of loneliness as it exhibits in the story. Which of the characters are lonely? Are they all lonely in some way? Explain the loneliness and the methods and attempts to overcome it.

Essay Topic 2

The role of a melting pot of characters is an important element in this story. Cite three examples noting the role of this motley crew in general. Then cite three examples that showcase characteristics that these individuals share.

Essay Topic 3

Create a brief character study on Tom. What does he look like? What are his positive personality traits? What are some of his negative characteristics? What are his hopes and fears? What motivates him--if anything--at this point in his life?

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