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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Pa do in regard to the judges?

2. Where does Ma start her search for the kingdom's treasure?

3. How does Pa react to the letter?

4. What does Pa say about his speech?

5. What do Pa and his followers say as they run away from the Czar?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There is a great amount of violence in the play. In what ways is the violence necessary? Do you believe it helps to enhance the novel or detract from it? Why do you think this way?

Essay Topic 2

How does the author utilize foreshadowing in this play? Does the author do a good job of foreshadowing? Why or why not? Use specific examples.

Essay Topic 3

What is the difference between the monologue and the aside? How does the author utilize both in the novel? What type of information is best for each type of dialogue device? Why do you think this way?

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