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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the man's last name?

2. Philip sends what kind of letter to Rosemary.

3. How far does the creature migrate?

4. Mr. Fell describes sending more troops to France and ____.

5. Who begins a relationship with Eleanor?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Assuming a psychiatrist's point of view, analyze the situation with Philip's post traumatic stress syndrome and Stockholm syndrome. Discuss Philip's history in regards to mental stability. What would a psychiatrist say about Philip's conditions? What would the terminology be from a psychiatrist's point of view? What kind of treatment might Philip have benefited from before the situation got out of hand? Is the behavior something that can be "cured?" If so, how? If not, what else can be done?

Essay Topic 2

Philip has flashbacks about his time at war, including the death of his comrades as well as being in captivity. Write an essay explaining Philip's violent and traumatic experiences. Why was Philip captured? Why does he feel guilty about the deaths of his men? How did the experience change Philip? Do you think Philip could have overcome his traumas? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Politics and war are also referred to in the book. Discuss the use of politics in the story. Do you think politics are an important part of the book? Explain. How else could Ephron incorporate politics and war into the book? Also examine the use of politics in relationships.

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