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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. On what does the length of Lee's stay depend?

2. What beverage does Austin make?

3. To whom does Lee compare Austin's style of working?

4. What task does Lee give Austin during the game?

5. What is Lee's reaction when Austin suggests he sleep?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Saul think is the difference between films and movies?

2. How does Austin leave the situation with Saul?

3. What is Lee's example of a "great western"?

4. Does Mom think Austin is cut out for the desert?

5. Why is Lee so interested in a true-to-life modern Western?

6. Why does Austin demand his keys back from Lee?

7. How is Austin now writing Lee's script, after the demise of the typewriter?

8. How does Austin assert his authority over Lee?

9. What was the catalyst for Saul dropping Austin's script?

10. Give a brief description of Lee's characters' chase scene.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the car keys as a metaphor for the brothers' relationship. Cite specific instances from the text where the keys represent their power struggle.

Essay Topic 2

Does Saul really believe Lee's script is good, or is he saving face from losing his bet? He definitely sells that he "goes with his gut" to Austin, but does he really care that much about Lee's script?

Essay Topic 3

Character study of Austin. Examine his journey in depth throughout the text of the play. Pay special attention to turning points and instances where he must make decisions.

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