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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Does Smitty say Ellie is not as strong as Jack?
2. When does Pop speak to the audience?
3. What happens as Jack/Tom sings a spiritual about the Spirits Bright?
4. Where does this scene takes place?
5. How does this speaker feel about what he or she is saying?
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
The play's theme is that integrity and self-respect have to come from within rather than an outside source.
Part 1) How is this theme revealed?
Part 2) How is this theme reflected in the behaviors and attitudes of the various characters?
Part 3) What literary devices are used to support this theme? How?
Essay Topic 2
Soliloquy is utilized in this play.
Part 1) What is a soliloquy? Describe the soliloquy in this play.
Part 2) What is the purpose for each soliloquy?
Part 3) Would this play be as effective without the soliloquies? Why or why not?
Essay Topic 3
Jack tries to pursue his American Dream elsewhere.
Part 1) What is the American Dream?
Part 2) Why does Jack do this? Where does he go? Describe his experiences in other countries.
Part 2) What do Jack's experiences say about the American Dream?
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