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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character sings a song at the end of Act 4, Part 1?

2. Where does Beliayev plan to go after leaving Natalya's household?

3. To which Shakespearean character does Islayev compare himself?

4. Who visits Natalya after Vera leaves in Act 3, Part 2?

5. Which character almost leaves to find and comfort Natalya in Act 3, Part 3?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

List all the characters who choose to leave Natalya's household and why. What effect will this exodus have on the characters who remain in the household?

Essay Topic 2

Explain why Islayev and Anna are so upset and confused when they see Natalya crying with Rakitin.

Essay Topic 3

Contrast Natalya's "cunning" with Beliayev's honesty and straightforward demeanor.

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