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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. What type of performer was Kitty at one time?

2. Why does Nick think so many different types of people come to his bar?

3. Why is Dudley so excited after receiving a phone call?

4. Tom never acknowledges that Kitty could be ______________.

5. What color hair does Nick, the bar owner, have?

Short Essay Questions

1. A man called The Arab has a standard answer for everything. What does the Arab say?

2. How are the longshoreman, McCarthy, and the policeman, Krupp, described in Act 2?

3. How does Tom behave when he discovers Kitty is a prostitute?

4. What are some of the outrageous stories that Kit tells about his life?

5. Explain Tom's discomfort in engaging in Kitty's daydreams.

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

7. Who is the old man and how does he ingratiate himself into the activities at the bar?

8. Why does Tom want to give Joe's recently purchased toys to Kitty?

9. What role do music and creativity play in the drama?

10. What betting advice does Joe give Nick in Act 2?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of life. Identify at least two themes about life in the book. Then cite an example to support each theme you name.

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

THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE is a classic story of living life to the fullest. What does that classification entail? Why does this play fit into this category? Explain.

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