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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. When Mandras is well, he tells Pelagia that he is going to _________________________.

2. What is Mandras' initiation into the group in #65?

3. Dr. Iannis agrees to let Captain Corelli stay in his house in exchange for ___________________.

4. Troops from which country are stationed near the Italian troops on the mainland opposite the island?

5. What name has Corelli given to his mandolin?

Short Essay Questions

1. Chapter 2 is a stream of consciousness monologue delivered by whom?

2. What do the villagers realize about the war in the Summer of 1940?

3. What are the circumstances in which Mandras meets Pelagia and falls in love?

4. What does Carlo tell Francisco's mother about Francisco's death and what was the reality of the situation?

5. What is the first mention of Captain Corelli in the novel?

6. Describe Mandras' experience at war and his struggle to return home to Pelagia.

7. What decision does Mandras make after his recovery that upsets Pelagia?

8. Describe what happens during the village feast, especially for Mandras and Pelagia.

9. What issues are prevalent for Pelagia and Mandras regarding their future together?

10. How does Captain Corelli show his sense of humor as he marches into the village?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Create a brief character study of Pelagia. What did she look like? What was her life like? What were her positive personality traits? What were her dreams and fears? What was most valuable to her in her world?

Essay Topic 2

Explain Louis de Berneires' use of regionalism in the book. Cite examples of at least two different instances of regionalism and explain why the author used them where he did.

Essay Topic 3

What is the greatest lesson Pelagia learns from her father? Is it true that important lessons are also painful ones? What will Pelagia always recall about her father?

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