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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is NOT one of the three old ladies in the beginning of act 1, scene 9?

2. Who arrives at Max and Leo's office to audition for Springtime for Hitler in act 1, scene 8?

3. What word does Leo offer up about the play that helps to convince Roger to direct it?

4. Why does Max allow the woman to audition ahead of time?

5. How much of a discrepancy is there in Max's books for his last show?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is significant about Ulla's entrance in act 2, scene 3?

2. What effects are used at the end of act 1, scene 4, and why?

3. How does Act 1 end?

4. Describe Leo's fantasy sequence.

5. What is Franz's mission with his script?

6. How does Max propose to go about his new idea?

7. Why is Max kneeling in the beginning of act 1, scene 4?

8. What are some of the things Max does to procure the funds for Springtime for Hitler?

9. How do Max, Leo, and Franz get pardoned?

10. What is significant about the references to homosexuality in act 2, scene 2?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the themes of friendship and loyalty as seen in The Producers. What characters exemplify these themes? At what points is it particularly noticeable? Include a strong thesis and examples from the script to back up your statements.

Essay Topic 2

Franz Liebkind is a strange character for Jewish men such as Max and Leo to be associated. This essay will explore the character of Franz:

Part 1) How is Franz introduced? What is he wearing?

Part 2) What are his feelings about Hitler? What does he hope to accomplish with Springtime for Hitler?

Part 3) What are signs of his mental instability?

Part 4) How does Franz change throughout the course of the play?

Essay Topic 3

Describe, in detail, the behind-the-scenes and on-stage production of Springtime for Hitler. Include the following:

1) The differences of Franz, Roger, and Max's visions of the play.

2) Roger's portrayal of Hitler.

3) Ulla's role in the play.

4) German stereotypes and cliches.

5) The outcome of the performance.

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