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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who first suggests that Hjalmar should be an inventor?

2. Hjalmar says he will control what after he comes home following his walk with Gregers?

3. To whom is Gina saying goodbye at the beginning of Act 4?

4. What has Werle set up so that Old Ekdal will no longer have to work?

5. How many people come home with Relling the night before the beginning of Act 5?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Security and safety are two themes that are touched upon a number of times throughout the course of this book. What are some of these instances, and how does they affect the characters in these scenes?

Essay Topic 2

Many characters in this book are persuaded to do things that they would not have done of their own accord. What are some of these instances, and how does persuasion affect the course of the plot?

Essay Topic 3

Betrayal is a theme introduced at the very beginning of this book. How does this constant stream of betrayal affect the outcome of the plot, and which characters are most affected by it?

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