Sunrise at Campobello Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

Dore Schary
This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 145 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.

Sunrise at Campobello Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

Dore Schary
This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 145 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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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. In Act 1, Scene 3, what accent does Mr. Howe use to amuse FDR?

2. What news bothers FDR as he reads the paper in Act 1, Scene 1?

3. What does Eleanor hand to Missy in Act 1, Scene 3?

4. Who is assigned the title role in the evening's play reading?

5. What does Anna complain to Eleanor about in Act 2, Scene 1?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Louis Howe.

2. Why do FDR and Sara argue in Act 2, Scene 2?

3. How does FDR calm his nerves in Scene 2 of Act 3 as he waits to deliver his speech?

4. What is FDR's mood upon leaving the house in Act 1, Scene 3?

5. How does Eleanor aid her husband in Act 2?

6. What purpose does FDR believe his infirmity serves?

7. Why does FDR refer to Jimmy as a "man of iron"?

8. Why do FDR and Mr. Howe disagree about the ending of his speech in Act 3, Scene 2?

9. Describe Eleanor.

10. What is the significance of FDR's comment about taking his dog Duffy for a long run in the woods?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How does FDR demonstrate his determination and resourcefulness in the play? Compare FDR's need for determination and resourcefulness both before and after his illness. How does polio strengthen FDR? What effect could his determination and resourcefulness have on his ability to lead others?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the different conflicts evident in the play. What types of literary conflicts exist, and which characters or elements interact in these conflicts? What is the major conflict, and how is it resolved after the climax?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the use of fate and destiny in the play. What destiny is FDR fated to receive, and what lessons are learned by other characters as a result? Does Schary present destiny as a predetermined fate or a result of personal choice and hard work?

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