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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who discovers Mio and Miriamne together in Act 2?

2. What has Professor Hobhouse written?

3. Why can't anyone locate the dead body in Act 1, Scene 3?

4. In Act 1, Scene 3, whom does Shadow say he is keeping out of trouble?

5. Which character offers to guide Judge Gaunt to the transit terminal?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the personal philosophies presented in the play. How do these personal philosophies evolve and what factors affect their development? Discuss the struggle between the personal philosophies of the characters and their abilities to uphold these beliefs.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss how deception is used among the characters in the drama. What contrasts in attitude exist about the acceptance of deception as a tool? What role does deception play in the final outcome of the play?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the conflict between hatred and forgiveness in the play. Describe how Mio's perceptions of hate and forgiveness change throughout the play. How does Trock's hatred affect his character and those around him? What roles do hatred and forgiveness play in the final outcome of the drama?

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