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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. After reading Sir Andrew Aguecheek’s letter to Cesario, Sir Toby Belch remarks that Cesario will find the letter comes from what in Act III Scene IV?

2. What word from Act IV Scene I refers to a costly and foolish undertaking?

3. Sir Andrew Aguecheek claims that he would rather be what than a politician in Act III Scene II?

4. How does Sir Andrew Aguecheek greet Cesario in Act III Scene I?

5. What does Maria claim Malvolio is wearing in Act III Scene II?

Short Essay Questions

1. What do Sir Toby Belch and Fabian convince Sir Andrew Aguecheek to do in Act III Scene II? Who interrupts them?

2. What happens in the conclusion of Act IV? How does Sebastian feel about his situation?

3. What does Feste attempt to convince Malvolio of in Act IV Scene II?

4. How does the character of Feste contribute to the tone of Twelfth Night? What is the significance of Feste’s name?

5. Is Malvolio’s treatment in Act IV is justified? Why or why not?

6. Describe the character of Sir Andrew Aguecheek. How does Sir Toby Belch describe his friend?

7. What does Olivia declare in Act III Scene I? How does Viola/Cesario respond?

8. What is Sir Andrew Aguecheek’s principle focus and grievance in the play?

9. How might Malvolio’s treatment in Act IV be perceived differently when viewing the play as opposed to reading it?

10. How is Viola/Cesario saved from the duel in Act III Scene IV?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Plot Structure

a. Discuss the plot structure of Twelfth Night. How many acts compose the play’s structure? What is the history of this dramatic structure?

b. How does Twelfth Night compare with other plays written during this time period? Are there specific stylistic elements that can be seen in Shakespeare’s writing?

Essay Topic 2

Analyze and discuss the characters of Sebastian and Antonio. Where did these characters meet? How long have they known one another when they are introduced in the play? How old is each of these characters? How does Antonio demonstrate his loyalty to Sebastian in the play?

Essay Topic 3

Analyze and discuss the philosophies on love and life discussed between Viola/Cesario and Orsino in Act II Scene IV. How do their philosophies differ? Do you believe these differences are based upon gender? Why or why not?

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