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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. Which of the following does Plowden not arrive in time to photograph before its demise?

2. Why does Charles Lindbergh's popularity plummet by 1940?

3. What number is the end mark in journalistic pieces as well as the day of the month that Richter died?

4. Miriam's father and uncle are both gifted amateur __________________.

5. What is the profession of the answer to #126?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does strip mining continue in many states?

2. Explain how Miriam is influenced by her Uncle Walter.

3. How is Plowden both photographer and historian?

4. What is the purpose of McCullough's words in "Recommended Itinerary?"

5. What is the scope of David Plowden's work?

6. What is the obvious theme in David Plowden's photography?

7. Explain the reason for Charles Lindbergh's loss of popularity in the United States.

8. What is the subject of "South of Kankakee?"

9. Who is Miriam Rothschild as described in this chapter?

10. In what areas is life indelibly altered during this period?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

McCullough has friends in both the writer, Conrad Richter, and the photographer, David Plowden. What similarities do Richter and Plowden share in their personal philosophies? In their work? Why would McCullough be drawn to both these men and their work? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Charles Lindbergh lost some popularity in America when he went to Germany prior to World War II and then took an isolationist position related to war with Germany. What does it mean to take an isolationist position? Why were many Americans disheartened to learn of Lindbergh's position on the subject of war with Germany?

Essay Topic 3

David Plowden considers himself to be more of an historian than photographer which is why he is driven to capture people and places before they disappear. Explain the ultimate futility of Plowden's work since history is always on the heels of the last moment.

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