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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Ruth cover her face with after Robert dies?

2. What tone of voice does Ruth use when she says "Come on and I'll get your dinner for you" at the end of Act 2?

3. What job is Andrew going to have on the ship bound for Argentina?

4. Why does Ruth tremble in fright when she steps inside Robert's bedroom?

5. Where does Andrew suggest they should bring Robert to get cured?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In what ways did Robert ignore his true calling? What were the consequences of this decision? Discuss using specific textual examples to support your viewpoint.

Essay Topic 2

What is Mrs. Atkins' role in the play? Provide three examples of how Mrs. Atkins influences the lives of others.

Essay Topic 3

Explain the role of sickness in this play. In what way is sickness believed to be passed from one character to another? How did Robert battle illness as a young child? Does he seem to resent others' view of him as having a poor constitution?

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