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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why are so many of the men complaining about Roberts?

2. According to Dolan, with which military officer has the Captain recently gotten into an argument?

3. At the beginning of Act 2, Scene 3, where does the reader learn Roberts has been spending all his time?

4. Who is expected at the Office of the Island Commander the day following the fight?

5. What song plays at the end of the radio announcer's speech about the end of the war in Europe?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Define the two classical types of plays that have been studied and one newer type of fiction that has been discussed. Into which category do you believe "Mister Roberts" falls, and why? Provide examples from the story to support your point.

Essay Topic 2

Briefly describe the structure of a play. Compare and contrast the structure of a play with the structure of a novel. What structure do you feel is most appropriate for "Mister Roberts?"

Essay Topic 3

Define symbolism as a literary term. What is the main symbol in the play and what does it represent? Are there any other examples of symbolism that can be found in the story?

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