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

Short Answer Questions

1. When Lyons arrives in Act 5, what does he tell Cory he's been doing?

2. Who is going with Rose on her errand?

3. Which character in the play lived with Troy and Rose at one time?

4. When Rose tells Troy to come inside for lunch, what does he tell her about his affair with another woman?

5. When Cory comes home and finds Lyons visiting, what advice does Lyons give Cory?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the evolution of Troy and Bono's relationship, explaining how long the two had been friends, how their relationship could be described at the beginning of the play, as well as how and why it changed by the end of the play.

Essay Topic 2

Explain how the relationship between Cory and Troy evolves from the beginning to the end of the play. Include such factors as Cory's early obedience to his father, his growing defiance, and his attitude at the end of the play.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the final moments of the play and explain the symbolism of Gabriel's words and actions.

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