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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. What did the law state it was illegal to do with the dead man who fought against the state?
2. Who opens the play in Scene Four?
3. What happened after Antigone buried her brother?
4. Which of John’s belongings does he struggle to recall when talking with Winston about his last day of prison?
5. Why does Winston say they will feed John better in his final weeks in prison?
Short Essay Questions
1. What happens at the start of Scene Three when John cannot sleep?
2. How does Winston describe John’s first day back at home after being released?
3. How does John introduce the play at the start of Scene Four?
4. What does Winston say will happen when they transfer John to Victor Verster Prison?
5. What does Winston say they will let John do when they drive him to Rooihel?
6. What is King Creon’s speech regarding his role as king to his people at the start of the play?
7. What is the conversation King Creon has with Antigone when she is brought out to him?
8. Who does King Creon tell the people are among them, one of which he has caught?
9. What does King Creon say the purpose of the law is in regards to the state?
10. How does Winston describe John’s final morning at Rooihel?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Describe the voice of Winston from The Island. Use specific adjectives and examples from the text and analyze whether this is a positive or negative voice.
Essay Topic 2
Write an essay explaining the significance of the title of The Island. How does the title support the overall narrative tone and theme of the play?
Essay Topic 3
The bulk of The Island takes place in John and Winston’s cell. Write an essay analyzing the role John and Winston’s sparse cell has on the story. Use direct examples from the text to support your analysis.
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