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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. Initially, how does Gann view Keim's character?
2. While at Goose Bay, what locations does Gann realize will offer excellent staging areas during the war?
3. Which part of Gann's plane has troubles on his flight from Belem, South America?
4. How does Gann describe Ross' physical appearance?
5. What is the name of the base where Gann lands in Greenland?
Short Essay Questions
1. What happened on Gann's flight with Hughen to Nashville that could have nearly killed them?
2. Why does Gann see Goose Bay, and other Northeastern locations, as important to the U.S military?
3. How does Gann feel about flying the Douglas DC-2 and DC-3?
4. Who is Robbins?
5. Trying to redeem himself for his landing in Syracuse, how does Gann handle his job raising the landing gear from Ross during the next takeoff?
6. How does Gann's crew recover their takeoff when the cargo that they are flying to Goose Bay causes the plane to nearly stall? What does Gann learn from this experience?
7. Briefly describe the near death situation Gann and his co-pilot Beattie faced as noted in the novel's prologue.
8. Why does Gann appreciate his shorter AM-21 route?
9. Pilots are assigned a seniority number. Why is this number important?
10. What was Gann's responsibility as a co-pilot when they landed at Wilkes-Barre?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Gann is considered a dynamic character. What is a dynamic character? How does Gann meet the qualifications of a dynamic character? Use at least three examples from the story that illustrate the idea that Gann is a dynamic character.
Essay Topic 2
Please define what theme is in a work of literature. Identify what is a main theme in "Fate Is the Hunter." Provide at least three arguments or examples of how this is a theme for the novel. Does this theme seem to be something that resonates with you as the reader?
Essay Topic 3
You have learned about tone and mood. Please define both tone and mood. What are the differences? What are the similarities? What is one example of each that you can recall from "Fate Is the Hunter." Please make sure to list what has set the tone or mood in the example you are providing. How do tone and mood affect the story?
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