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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following inventors does Alquist not mention?

2. What does Helena knock over?

3. How does Helena say she feels?

4. What does Alquist say he used to do?

5. Where does Alquist tell Primus and Helena to go?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the way Capek uses other characters in the play. When does he introduce and take them away from the story? What effect does it have on the story?

Essay Topic 2

Pick a character from the play and discuss their goals and motives. Do they achieve their motive? Do they share similar goals and motives with other characters? Do their goals clash with other characters? How do the characters goals and motives affect their interaction with each other?

Essay Topic 3

Identify the main themes of the story. In what way are these themes relevant to the time period? How does the author use character and setting to express these themes?

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