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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Isabelle notice about Stephen during dinner?

2. Where was Stephen's body wounded during the battle?

3. Why does Stephen try to be fearless in the war?

4. What does Stephen insist that Isabelle do?

5. After Stephen recovers, Captain Gray tells him that he will be getting an office job at _______________.

Short Essay Questions

1. What are some things that could account for the contentious nature between Azaire and Isabelle?

2. Why does Isabelle leave Stephen with no word when they are living in St.-Remy-de-Provence?

3. Why does Stephen not want an office job?

4. What logic does Stephen employ when Isabelle is hesitant to go to England with Stephen?

5. Why does Stephen feel that he cannot return to England when his employer tells him to do so?

6. How does Lisette press herself on Stephen and what does she ultimately agree not to do?

7. What does Stephen tell Weir when he wants to hear something other than war talk?

8. How does Stephen punish Jack for falling asleep on sentry duty?

9. What does Isabelle know her life will be when Stephen returns to England?

10. Why has Stephen come to France?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Develop a character study of Jeanne. What are her physical traits? What motivates her? What are her personal characteristics? What else can you say about Jeanne?

Essay Topic 2

What is the nature of Stephen's anguish related to World War I? What impact did the war have on Stephen physically and emotionally?

Essay Topic 3

The author uses some important instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an example of foreshadowing.

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