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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. Where do the Germans attack after the Normandy invasion?

2. What complaint does Rhoda have as the family leaves Warren's wedding reception?

3. Why does Byron live with Aaron when he returns to work for him in Italy?

4. Which leader does Victor meet with in Newfoundland?

5. In 1941, what news does Natalie send Byron in a letter?

Short Essay Questions

1. What difficulty does Roosevelt face when considering how to help the British defend themselves against the Germans?

2. What mission does Winston Churchill invite Victor to join?

3. How does Byron adapt to military life?

4. What explanation does Armin von Roon give for the failed German air campaign against the British?

5. What difficulty does Aaron have with his passport?

6. How is the Henry family affected by the bombing of Pearl Harbor?

7. Why does Rhoda end her relationship with Palmer?

8. Why does Natalie return home to her mother and father's house?

9. What mission sends Victor to Italy?

10. How does Palmer Kirby affect Rhoda's relationship with Victor?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss how the theme of love is expressed in the novel. Do the characters equate marriage with love? What risks are the characters willing to take in the name of love and how does this emotion affect their actions?

Essay Topic 2

What is the great tragedy of the novel? Describe how the minor crises of the characters combine to form a greater grief for mankind. What revelation does the novel's tragedy impart to the readers?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the contrasts between the antagonist and protagonist of the novel. What type of character does the protagonist exhibit? How does the author define the antagonist? How do these characters affect the action of the novel?

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