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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. In this section, Tzara tells Gwen that her most perfect attribute is her what?
2. What two countries are attempting to prevent Lenin's entry to Russia?
3. What leader does Lenin state that he particularly distrusts in this section?
4. Who is the the Prime Minister of England in 1917?
5. In mocking Tzara's Dadaist pretensions in this section, what does Carr say the communist will have Tzara pissing?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
As the Revolution in St. Petersburg heats up and the Zimmerwaldists of Switzerland begin to plan their return to Russia, the characters of the play begin to debate how the scenarios delineated by Marx can be realized in the world. Write an essay charting these debates, focusing on Bennett's explanation of Marxism and Cecily's debate with Carr regarding its legitimacy. How does the Russian Revolution conform to the path dictated by Marx? What short cuts are being taken? What is Lenin's importance in the process, according to the theory?
Essay Topic 2
The central story of Travesties is a love story involving two couples, but it is driven in large part by the British desire to keep tabs on Lenin. Write an essay about Carr's mission to prevent Lenin's passage into Russia. How does he initially react to the assignment as related and elucidated by Bennett? Why does it bring him into contact with Cecily? In the end, why does Carr have such difficulty following through with his assignment?
Essay Topic 3
In the confusion and madness of 1917, the characters of Travesties seem to find their only solace in art. Write an essay examining art as a constant, an anchor that secures individuals buffeted by war and revolution. Focusing on three endeavors in the play, describe the character attitude toward them. Why do they undertake them? What importance do they serve in the mad world of the play?
Part 1) Tristan Tzara and his poetry.
Part 2) James Joyce and Ulysses.
Part 3) Henry Carr and The Importance of Being Earnest?
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