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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Boxer attempt to convince himself of at the start of Round 2?

2. What does Boxer think the outcome of the fight will be in round one?

3. Why does Boxer enjoy the fight?

4. What does Boxer say about failing in this business in round 3?

5. During round one of the fight, what does the voice tell Boxer to do?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the importance of monologue in the play 'Cliff of Time'. How does Abe use monologue to create the plot in this story? Be sure to include the definition of monologue in your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Explain the symbolism in the ending of 'Cliff of Time'. What do you believe happened at the end of the story? What does your interpretation suggest about the message of the play?

Essay Topic 3

Define the term conflict. Choose one of Abe's plays and explain what the conflict is in the play and how that conflict is expressed in the plot.

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