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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do the councilors and Ma laugh at Pa?

2. What does Ma want Pa to forgive her for?

3. Which of the following is not one of the joys talked about of being king?

4. What does Ma tell Pa that his only action is?

5. Which of the following is not something Pa does as he attacks 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

What contradictions occurred within the novel? Why do you believe the author included them? Do you believe they were necessary to keep the audience engaged? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

How is religion made fun of in this play? Do you think the author's satire of religion is done well or poorly? Why do you think this way?

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