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

Short Answer Questions

1. Nick says that every time he went to battle, he ____________.

2. What type of vacation is Nick taking in this story?

3. Why is the peasant man just now burying his wife who died several months ago?

4. What is Nick's demeanor in battle?

5. How does Nick spend the day in the uncivilized area?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In "The Three-Day Blow," Nick likens his behavior of breaking up with Marjorie to the storms that are called Three-Day Blows. What is meant by a Three-Day Blow? Why does Nick compare his actions to it? Is he being reasonable or just trying to justify his behavior?

Essay Topic 2

Hemingway gives Nick the ability to see beyond immediate pain and discomfort by putting him in situations that give him hope. Cite some examples where Nick's mood and spirits lift when his hopeful nature takes over.

Essay Topic 3

There are several events of foreshadowing in the stories. Define foreshadowing. Cite at least two situations in the stories that serve as foreshadowing.

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