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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What image is on the homemade medal the crew presents to Roberts?

2. What has Dolan already done for Roberts after receiving the communication requesting men to transfer to combat?

3. According to Dolan, with which military officer has the Captain recently gotten into an argument?

4. What does the Captain say the soldiers will do until he discovers who got rid of his palm tree?

5. To where is Roberts being transferred?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Define the two classical types of plays that have been studied and one newer type of fiction that has been discussed. Into which category do you believe "Mister Roberts" falls, and why? Provide examples from the story to support your point.

Essay Topic 2

Outline the transformation of Pulver from the beginning of the story to the end. Due to this transformation, what type of character is Pulver considered? As part of your answer, define the concepts of static and dynamic characters.

Essay Topic 3

Why is liberty so important to the men on the cargo ship? What importance or role does liberty play in the unfolding of the story "Mister Roberts?" Would this story have been the same if the conflict surrounding the men's liberty was removed?

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