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

Short Answer Questions

1. How is Eugene received when he returns to the university?

2. What is Luke's impression of Ben's preparation for burial?

3. What is Eugene's favorite class?

4. Who cries throughout the proceedings?

5. What does Ben's death remind Eliza of?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Give examples of the closeness of Ben and Eugene. Why do you think their relationship was so close? Who is responsible for having built such close ties Eugene or Ben? Explain your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Highlight some of the events in the book which cast a favorable light on Oliver Gant? Explain why you feel each example is a positive reflection.

Essay Topic 3

Outline the various attitudes that are reflected by the men of the Gant family towards the war? How do these attitudes help to explain their view of their own masculinity?

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