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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is heard offstage as the Professor goes to talk with Vanya?

2. Astrov stops talking about his work when he realizes that ___________ is not interested in what he has to say.

3. Whose silence is interpreted to mean that Astrov said that he wouldn't be coming back?

4. What does Astrov ask Yelena to do after they have their heated encounter?

5. Who has asked everyone to gather for some kind of announcement, according to Vanya?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Telegin talks about how having his pride is something that he cherishes since he separated from his wife.

Part 1: Why do you think Telegin is satisfied with simply having his pride?

Part 2: Do you think you could be satisfied with your life after breaking up with someone?

Part 3: How will Telegin's actions affect his children? Why?

Essay Topic 2

The passage of time is something which is considered in this play as well. People get older, they change, etc.

Part 1: Why do you think the passage of time is an important theme in this manuscript?

Part 2: Do you think that aging is always a depressing event? Why or why not?

Part 3: How do you currently feel about getting older and about aging? Why?

Essay Topic 3

Astrov believes that places where trees have been well-tended are places where people are more artistic and wise.

Part 1: Why do you think Astrov speculates that well-tended areas of nature produce more artistic and wise people?

Part 2: Do you agree with the observation of Astrov? Why or why not?

Part 3: What do you think might also have an influence on people, making them more artistic and wise?

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