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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Alan having at the beginning of scene 35?

2. Dysart: Why is Equus in chains? Alan: For the _____ of the world.

3. What does Alan say he thinks he is in the hospital to be given?

4. Alan [in terror]: Eyes! ......________ eyes, never closed!

5. The _________ is the good smile in a child's eyes - all right.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The act of blinding the horses is not only horrifying, but also confusing in relation to Alan's love of the horses.

Part 1: List at least 3 things Alan does to prove that he loves horses.

Part 2: Why do you think Alan decided to blind the horses? Explain your answer.

Part 3: How do you think Alan feels about his actions? Support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

The first time Alan encounters a horse is a memorable event for him. The Horseman helps Alan discover his love and longing for the animals.

Part 1: Why is this moment so important for Alan? What causes this moment to follow Alan the rest of his life?

Part 2: Why does Frank become so angry about this meeting with the Horseman? What does he do in response?

Part 3: What do you think of the Horseman? What does he seem to represent in Alan's life?

Essay Topic 3

The characters of Dysart and Alan are opposites, and yet similar at the same time. Their two stories make up the play of "Equus."

Part 1: Compare the similarities between Dysart and Alan. How are these two characters alike?

Part 2: Contrast Dysart and Alan. How are these two characters not alike?

Part 3: Do you think Dysart and Alan are more alike or more different? Explain your answer.

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