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

Short Answer Questions

1. ___________ says they aren't leaving until Vanya returns what he stole.

2. Sonya encourages Vanya to keep living, bear the trials, and to work _________.

3. When the harness bells sound, Astrov comments that ___________ must be glad to leave for good.

4. Sonya tells __________ that everybody around this person has changed because of this person.

5. Astrov says that he will not be back to the house again unless there is ______________.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The blatant alcoholism of Astrov makes him a character with whom many do not sympathize.

Part 1: Why is Astrov always using alcohol to solve his problems?

Part 2: Do you think alcohol is the only way for some people to handle problems in their life? Why or why not?

Part 3: What else might Astrov do in order to handle the struggles of his life?

Essay Topic 2

It's pointed out that Vanya used to have convictions, but he doesn't seem to have any anymore.

Part 1: Do you think it's important for a person to have convictions? Why or why not?

Part 2: Why do you think Maria is concerned that Vanya doesn't have convictions anymore?

Part 3: Do you think you have convictions right now? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

The scene in which Vanya tries to shoot the Professor is a dramatic one, though it does not result in death or even in change.

Part 1: Why do you think Vanya tried to shoot the Professor, twice, in this scene?

Part 2: Do you think Vanya intended to hurt the Professor? Why or why not?

Part 3: What else might Vanya have done to persuade the Professor? Why?

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