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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character exits the pavilion masking her face with a fan?

2. Which character rushes into the wedding room with the Count to uncover Cherubin's disguise?

3. What does the Count announce just as Figaro is rejoicing in the judges decision?

4. What is Figaro's explanation to the Count as to why he's taken so long to arrive?

5. What is the name of the judge?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the resolution (denouement) of the play? How does the impact of the resolution affect the characters? What is the thematic meaning of the resolution?

Essay Topic 2

Explain the differences (strengths and weaknesses) between an aside and a soliloquy in understanding a play. How are these dramatic tools effective? How are they ineffective? Use the examples in THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO and one Shakespeare play of your choice as part of your analysis.

Essay Topic 3

The character of Figaro is a talented manipulator. Discuss the specific ways in which Figaro's manipulations turns the plot and allows the plot to move forward. Include 3 pieces of textual evidence in your explanation and be sure to tell how the plot moves forward because of Figaro's manipulations.

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