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

Short Answer Questions

1. James makes the joke, "Hey, either I've just become _________ or it's suddenly quiet in here."

2. What does Franklin say he thinks just blew up in his ear?

3. James questions the fact that Sarah doesn't want to talk anymore. "Do you think _________ is the best thing for confusion and anger?"

4. Orin and Sarah were told that organ music was the voice of God and it should __________ them.

5. Sarah points out to the lawyer that she is not ___________ being deaf.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Though the deaf and the hearing worlds are divided in this play, they also have moments where they overlap.

Part 1: Do you think it's realistic that Sarah and James would go on a date together?

Part 2: Do you think that a deaf person and a hearing person could live together? Why or why not?

Part 3: Why do you think there is still a struggle for separateness in this play?

Essay Topic 2

Orin is a character who is strong in his desire to learn and to make changes in his world.

Part 1: Why do you think Orin is so passionate about learning to speak?

Part 2: Why do you think that Orin is committed to being an active part of fighting for deaf rights?

Part 3: Do you admire Orin as a person/character of this play? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

The idea that James and Sarah fall in love and get married is one for which the audience roots and encourages.

Part 1: Why do you think James and Sarah fall in love with each other?

Part 2: Do you think their relationship has the ability to last a long time? Why or why not?

Part 3: Why do you think James and Sarah are trying to change each other?

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