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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. Why is Pinkville referred to by this name?

2. Which of the following describes how the scout feels about going on the march with the soldiers?

3. O'Brien believes that Johansen is the perfect guard for what?

4. In which part of her body had she been shot?

5. Which other character was able to obtain a job at LZ Gator as a typist with O'Brien?

Short Essay Questions

1. How have things changed for Alpha Company?

2. What does chapter twelve illustrate about the character of the soldiers in Vietnam?

3. What is the major difference between Captain Johansen and Mad Mark as O'Brien sees it?

4. How does the Vietnamese scout feel about the soldiers for which he is scouting?

5. How does O'Brien feel about himself?

6. Why is the white first sergeant fragged?

7. Why are the soldiers bitter?

8. What accident occurs which kills or injures dozens of refugees?

9. What does Alpha Company do for protection at night?

10. How would you classify Major Callicles mental state?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay describing how Plato's writing can be considered the backbone of this novel. Do you believe the writing of Plato is still relevant in today's society? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay explaining why O'Brien continued his friendship with Erik throughout his tour. Then add a portion explaining why or why not you believe this friendship would continue. Do you think O'Brien would want to be your friend? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay sharing your point of view on the war in Vietnam after reading O'Brien's account. Did your point of view change from what it was before you read his account? Why do you think it did/did not change? Use examples from the text to support your writing.

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