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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. For how long are the crates unloaded without being opened?

2. Where was Zimmerman stationed with McCoy?

3. Who arrives in Pickering's suite when Pickering's uniforms are delivered?

4. When does Ken plan on marrying Sage?

5. Where in Long Island is the plant that Pickering is going to visit?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Koffler do to warn others about the Japanese planes?

2. What two actions taken by Pick can result in a court martial?

3. How does Fowler and Knox try to help Pickering?

4. Why does Hart hate Warren?

5. How does Pickering respond to his ill health?

6. Why is Hart summoned by McCoy?

7. How does Pick respond to news of his father's illness?

8. How does Pickering respond to his promotion?

9. How does Koffler respond when he finds the camp is empty?

10. How does Koffler avoid detection by the Betty Bombers?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Symbolism occurs throughout Line of Fire. Identify 2-3 examples. What is the significance to the main characters of Pickering and McCoy and to the story line?

Essay Topic 2

Motive is a powerful driving force behind action. Why is motive important in determining the actions and behavior of the soldiers? What are the motives of McCoy? How do they contrast with that of Pickering or Jake? Where do they coincide?

Essay Topic 3

In Line of Fire, money is associated with privilege and forgery along with the illusion of security or freedom through mastery or manipulation. Who has money? Who lacks it? Who is obsessed with it?

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