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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In which city does Valentine live?

2. What is the best word to describe the character of Mrs. Frail?

3. What is the best character description for Miss Prue?

4. Why does Mrs. Foresight chastise Mrs. Frail?

5. How does Scandal thwart persistent attempts by Trapland to collect his money?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Angelica retort the comment made by Foresight regarding her inability to use his carriage?

2. What does Scandal admit to as Sir Sampson and Mr. Foresight debate the merits of Valentine losing his senses?

3. Discuss the final thoughts of Angelica as she addresses Valentine and Sir Sampson.

4. What does Mrs. Foresight not understand about Mrs. Frail's need to be married?

5. Why does Foresight chastise Angelica regarding the use of his carriage?

6. Describe the character of Tattle.

7. What are Jeremy and Scandal testing Valentine for at the beginning of Act 4?

8. How does Miss Prue react to the harsh words of Tattle?

9. How does Mrs. Foresight respond to Scandal's offer of affection?

10. Describe the new dynamic between Benjamin and Mrs. Frail.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the symbolism in the play. Remember that things, characters, and actions can all be symbols. Use textual evidence.

Essay Topic 2

Explain and construct the literary element "Plot" as it applies to the play. Start with the exposition, then foreshadowing, conflict, rising action, crisis, climax, falling action, and resolution. Use examples from the play as you lay out the plot.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the practice of role-playing and whether or not it leads to disappointment. Use Benjamin and Miss Prue as an example.

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