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

Short Answer Questions

1. Weber's former wife left him because his income came from what?

2. What name does Harry call Irene that she objects to?

3. What does Irene tell Weber she is not bound by?

4. What does Harry have the band play as the soldiers walk into the bar?

5. What kind of people consider Weber a villain, as Irene tells Harry?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe Quillery in detail, including his views on the war and possible reasons for them. Also, how does he relate to the overall theme of the play and what is his main purpose?

Essay Topic 2

The theme of Idiot's Delight is the use of characters to reflect the various countries involved in the war. Since it was written in 1939, the author did not yet know what effect America would have on the war. Keeping that in mind, what does it say about his decision to have an American represent the hero in the story? How might it actually have foreshadowed real events that would take place years later? How does Harry symbolize America and what do his heroic actions at the end of the play say about the statement Sherwood is making?

Essay Topic 3

How does Harry contribute to the mood of the hotel guests? Describe three instances where he provided a diversion for them to shield them from the dangers of war. Why is this an essential part of his character?

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