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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who brings Florizel and Perdita to meet Leontes for the first time?

2. Why are the shepherd and Clown gentlemen?

3. Perdita tells Florizal that she must win the king's approval to marry him or else do what?

4. According to the stage directions, who enters with Time?

5. When Polixenes removes his disguise, what does he tell Perdita to do, or else she is condemned to a painful death?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What function does Mamillius serve? He is only present for a short period in the play, so what role does he play? Use specific examples from the play to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Many of the characters use costumes and disguises throughout the play. How do the costumes and disguises contribute to the play? Use examples from the play to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

What is the symbolism of the weather in the play? Cite specific examples to support your answer.

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