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

Short Answer Questions

1. Annie stands at the door and is holding Brodie's _______.

2. Annie reveals to Henry that she wants him to help with writing _______ play.

3. Billy messes up the line and they have to re-do the scene. Annie moves away from him leaving him feel ________.

4. Henry says to Debbie, "Happiness is equilibrium; shift your ________."

5. Scene 11 opens with Henry listening to the radio which is playing _______.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The title of the play, THE REAL THING, seems to be almost a joke to the characters and to the author of the play.

Part 1: How do you define the idea of the 'real thing' in relation to this play and to its events?

Part 2: Are there any characters in this play who seem to have the 'real thing'? Why or why not?

Part 3: Why do you think the title was chosen for this play? Do you agree that it's the best choice? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

The continued affairs in this play seem to show that love is not something that can be monogamous or that can be relied upon between a man and a woman.

Part 1: How do you define the idea of an affair?

Part 2: Why do you think that affairs are so common within the context of this play?

Part 3: Do you think it's realistic for someone to stay with just one person throughout his/her life?

Essay Topic 3

Family troubles seem to be center stage for Charlotte and Henry when talking about Debbie. These separated parents still seem to love their child and their relationship to their child.

Part 1: How do you think each character sees family within this play? Why?

Part 2: How do you think the playwright feels about family after reading this play?

Part 3: Why do you think Charlotte and Henry are still focused on their family?

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