Read two or three poems by Tristan Tzara. Identify the elements in these poems that you believe reflect Dadaism, as represented by the character of Tzara in Stoppard's play. Additionally, research other poets whose works embody Dadaism and identify who they are.

Examine the status of writers in communist Russia. Investigate whether Lenin's views on the relationship between art and politics, as mentioned in the play, were maintained after the revolution or if they were changed.

Read Oscar Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest. Identify specific thematic and structural similarities between Wilde's play and Stoppard's. Consider what point Stoppard might be making by incorporating so many elements from Wilde's play.

Take one of Shakespeare's sonnets, cut it up, and randomly rearrange the words as Tzara does in the play. Do you believe the result qualifies as a work of art? Provide your reasoning.