TEST GUIDE ENGLISH SUBTEST I - CSETs

22. In ancient Greek drama, the technique
of deus ex machina may best be
described as:
A. a method for solving the problems
of the characters through divine
intervention.
B. an efficient technique for transporting
and assembling stage
scenery.
C. a means to introduce new
characters into the plot of a play
without interrupting the action.
D. a way to effect the spiritual transformation
of a character in a play.
23. Morality plays rely mainly on which
of the following literary devices to
dramatize the battle between the forces
of good and evil in the human soul?
A. irony
B. hyperbole
C. allegory
D. paradox
English Subtest I
24. In Theatre of the Absurd, the characters
often use dislocated, repetitious, and
clichéd speech primarily to:
A. illustrate the essentially illogical,
purposeless nature of the human
condition.
B. re-create the workings of the
subconscious.
C. mock the exaggerated dignity and
wisdom of modern, self-professed
intellectuals.
D. reinforce the comedic action of
farcical plots.
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