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

Short Answer Questions

1. Florizel says that Polixenes listens to Leontes and does what?

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

3. When Antigonus leaves the infant, what does he hear?

4. What does Act four, scene two set up?

5. Before Polixenes and Camillo go away together, what does Polixenes say they must do?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Is Hermione's action, pretending to be dead for so many years, a justifiable reaction to Leontes treatment of her? Why or why not? Cite specific examples from the play to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Who is the most loyal character in the play, and why? Cite specific examples from the play to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss Paulina's role as Leontes conscience and keeper of Hermione's memory. How does she function in each of these roles? Use examples from the play to support your answer.

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