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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Paul Trible?
(a) The Chief Lawyer to the White House in 1976.
(b) The Speaker of the House in 1976.
(c) The Republican who wins Tom Downing's seat in Congress.
(d) Tom Downing's opponent in the Presidential race.

2. Why are Lewis's friends disturbed by his behavior in Chapter 9?
(a) They feel he should attempt to reconcile with Toddy.
(b) They are surprised he is giving up on politics.
(c) They think he is drinking too heavily.
(d) They think he should take more time to grieve.

3. Why does Dr. Sandzen decide to graft the two digits?
(a) Lewis is right handed.
(b) Both are already useless.
(c) A working hand would classify Lewis as "active duty."
(d) Lewis needs his hands more than his feet.

4. In Chapter 6, what occurs at Kent State University?
(a) Students organize a music festival protesting the war.
(b) Student protesters are shot by the Ohio National Guard.
(c) Teachers and students strike to protest the war.
(d) Student protesters are beaten by the Ohio National Guard.

5. Why can't Lewis take the job offered by the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee?
(a) It would interfere with his new campaign.
(b) Paul Trible vetoes Lewis' appointment to the committee.
(c) Lewis cannot physically handle the demands of the job.
(d) He promised Toddy he would not move again.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which president does Lewis meet in Chapter 8?

2. Why does Lewis have difficulty with the local newspaper?

3. In Chapter 7, how does Lewis dress to fit in on campus?

4. What affect does Lewis's war record have on his campaign?

5. In Chapter 6, which tragic event reinforces Lewis's lack of faith in the country's leaders?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does the Vietnam Veterans Memorial affect Lewis' recovery?

2. Describe the operation Dr. Sandzen attempts on Lewis's right hand.

3. How does Lewis cope with the loss of the election?

4. How does President Ford provide Lewis with a purpose?

5. What problems does Lewis encounter with local newspapers during his election campaign?

6. How does Lewis prepare to re-enter civilian life?

7. Why does Lewis delay his entry into law school?

8. Describe the operation Dr. Willet attempts on Lewis's right hand.

9. How does Chesty's second stroke affect his life?

10. How does Lewis handle his campaign debt?

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