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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does McCann shine on Stanley's face in Act 2, Part 3?

2. Who screams when Stanley begins moving near the end of Act 2, Part 3?

3. What does Stanley do after he realizes McCann and Goldberg outnumbered him near the end of Act 2, Part 2?

4. Where is the liquor poured in Act 2, Part 3 from?

5. Why can't Meg continue her toast to Stanley?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the role of safety in the play. In what ways was the safety of the play's characters in jeopardy? How did the characters' sense of safety play into their delusions?

Essay Topic 2

Analyze the nature of Meg's desire for Stanley in the play. How does Stanley react to these advances? What does this behavior from Meg say about her character?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the nature of Goldberg and McCann's relationship in the play. What seems to be the rapport between the two men? What motivates their relationship?

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