"Arms and the Man" Quiz
A young woman's romantic ideals are challenged when she hides an enemy soldier in her bedroom during a war.
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Essay questions
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- Discuss the significance of the title 'Arms and the Man' in relation to the themes of the play.
- How does George Bernard Shaw use humor to critique the romanticized notions of war and love in the play?
- Examine the character of Raina Petkoff and analyze her development throughout the play.
- Discuss the role of the Swiss soldier Bluntschli and his impact on the other characters in the play.
- Compare and contrast the attitudes towards war and the military between Major Sergius Saranoff and Captain Bluntschli.
- Examine the significance of the setting in 'Arms and the Man' and its impact on the characters and the plot.
- How does Shaw use the character of Catherine Petkoff to satirize the social class and values of the time?
