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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Ma suggest Pa win over Buggerless?

2. What does Pa complain about before he chases Ma away?

3. Which of the following is not something Pa dreams about?

4. Who do Pa and Ma Ubu greet in the palace throne room?

5. What does Pa credit for the victory over the bear?

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

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?

Essay Topic 3

Why does the author utilize such vulgar language at times and poetic language at others? Do you believe this is an effective technique? Why or why not?

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