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

Short Answer Questions

1. Warnie and what other person express concern for Lewis?

2. What do Harrington and Riley remind Lewis of?

3. Who is Lewis addressing as this scene opens?

4. How did Joy first fall in love with Lewis?

5. Warnie takes Douglas in search of what?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How does Joy's illness affect the characters in the play? How does she handle her illness? What message do you think the play has about illness and suffering?

Essay Topic 2

How does Lewis' experiences with his mother mirror the events of the play? What happened to Lewis' mother? Who is Lewis able to help because of his experiences? How?

Essay Topic 3

How does Lewis' past mirror the events in the play? What similarities are there? How do you think his past influences Lewis' actions in regards to Joy's illness and his new family?

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