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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Ian waiting for Guy's friend to do as he takes a huge gulp of his drink?

2. What happens when the contents of Fay's bag are revealed to Hannah and Guy?

3. Whose idea is it to give Guy the new role he is offered after someone drops out of the production?

4. What does Fay say might happen if Guy doesn't come through for her and Ian on the land deal?

5. Dafydd talks to Guy about whom in the beginning of Act 1, Scene 7?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Recalling the description of Dafydd and Hannah's home and knowing what you do of Dafydd's life and character, what does the home's description say about Dafydd's role in the home?

Essay Topic 2

The bar seems to be a common social outlet for those involved in The Beggar's Opera. Do you think these people are serious about their roles in the play, or do you think it is more of a way to socialize? Remember, Guy joined to get back into life after the death of his wife, so we already know his motives. Do you think the others joined for similar reasons? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

What do you think is Crispin's motivation for his relationship with Linda? Do you think he loves her, or do you think he loves the attention she brings to herself, thereby casting the proverbial spotlight on him? In the same light, what do you think is his motivation for his relationship with Bridget? Do you think either woman has an ulterior motive? Why or why not?

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