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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. What does Foresight swear he will do upon the quick retort from Angelica?

2. In which city does Valentine live?

3. Why is Sir Sampson in a hurry to get the deed legalized?

4. Who are the people that come knocking on Valentine's door and demand attention?

5. What does Valentine blame his father for?

Short Essay Questions

1. When Ben enters the room to the delight of Sir Sampson, why does he become upset?

2. Explain what happens when Miss Prue enters looking for Tattle.

3. Explain how Sir Sampson responds to Angelica's affections.

4. What does Valentine urge Jeremy to do as he rants and raves?

5. Describe how Valentine has become indebted.

6. Describe the character of Valentine.

7. How does Valentine feel about his illegitimate child?

8. How does Valentine distract Trapland from collecting his debt?

9. Explain what happens when Sir Sampson hears that Valentine has gone mad. What are the overarching ramifications?

10. Describe the character of Tattle.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the motivations of the character Valentine. Discuss why he makes the choices he does, despite their consequences. Explain whether or not Valentine is a likeable character. Use evidence from the text to support your essay.

Essay Topic 2

Describe the character motivation of Sir Sampson. Concentrate specifically on Sir Sampson's role as the patriarch. Is he a likeable, understandable character? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the literary element "Irony of Situation" (an action of happenstance that is the opposite of what is expected or intended) as it applies to the characters. Be sure to include all of the coupling that occurs in the play.

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