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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does H learn lettering?

2. What does H believe he sees circling above the ruins of his home?

3. What does Sumiyama believe is the profound wish of every Japanese man?

4. What do the boys intend to do with the rifle club's rifles?

5. What good news does H's family receive in Chapter 49?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast the relationship between H and his father with that of H and his mother.

Essay Topic 2

During the turbulent war, H turns to his art on numerous occasions. Discuss times when H is able to use art to improve a situation or help him overcome an obstacle.

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast the public opinion of the Emperor in pre-war and post-war Japan.

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