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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Helena think is going to happen to her?

2. Who does Alquist ask Radius to move away?

3. Whose life does Alquist say will not perish?

4. What are the names of the two robots who run on stage when Damon screams?

5. What does Helena say she will do if Primus enters the dissecting room?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Choose one of the following and discuss how it affects the tone of the play and helps to express character and theme:

1) Setting

2) Point of view

3) Structure

4) Language

Essay Topic 2

Examine the novel's dialogue. How does the author's dialogue contribute to the following areas:

1) Character

2) Setting

3) Plot

Essay Topic 3

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?

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