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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Oscar want to go on a double date with Felix and the Pigeon sisters?

2. How does Murray feel about the atmosphere of Oscar's apartment after Felix moves in?

3. Why does the second poker game break up?

4. How are the Pigeon sisters personalities best described?

5. Why is Oscar annoyed with Felix during the second poker game?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Define characterization in your own words, and describe in detail Neil Simon's methods of developing characterizations.

Essay Topic 2

List your first impressions of Oscar and Felix in the first scene, and analyze whether these impressions prove to be correct.

Essay Topic 3

Evaluate what you think is the message Neil Simon is trying to send about human relationships in The Odd Couple.

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