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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Antigonus ask the mariner at the beginning of Act three, scene three?

2. An old shepherd enters the scene, complaining that ______ chased away two of his sheep.

3. Who does Act four, scene three introduce?

4. What does Time say it is in his power to overthrow?

5. The shepherd and his son are with Polixenes in Sicilia. What emotion do the shepherd and his son feel?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How is what happens to Polixenes and Florizel similar to what happens to Leontes? Support your answer using specific examples from the play.

Essay Topic 2

Using specific examples from the play to support your answer, answer the following question: How does Shakespeare use foreshadowing in the play?

Essay Topic 3

How are Polixenes and Leontes similar characters? Use specific examples from the play to support your answer.

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