Red Storm Rising Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

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Red Storm Rising Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

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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. After Toland's ship is put out of commission by the Russians, where is he sent?

2. Where does First Lieutenant Mike Edwards stay to monitor the situation at the air base?

3. What are Edwards and his men told to do once they leave their hiding place?

4. How does Flynn react to the Russian's show of reducing their arms?

5. What is the name of the ship Toland's commanding officer is in charge of?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does the captain of the Julius Fucik ground the ship after the attack on the Icelandic air base?

2. What are some obstacles Edwards and his men face once they escape the air base?

3. Is Edwards suited to the stress of his situation?

4. What are the effects of the execution of four generals in the Russian army?

5. What does the Russian Navy do to make Patrick Flynn suspicious about the Russian arms reduction?

6. Why does the Russian Foreign Minister place so much emphasis on his proposal for arms reduction?

7. Who is Robert Toland?

8. Why does Sergetov become enraged at the funeral of the victims of the Kremlin explosion?

9. How are the Russians' missiles damaged?

10. What does Toland suspect about the explosion in the Kremlin?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When the term "Red Storm" is introduced, it is described as a "plan for a mechanized attack into West Germany and the Low Countries." The offensive is supposed to last no more than a few weeks and is to rely heavily on the element of surprise. Does the initial plan for Red Storm seem reasonable? Develop an argument either supporting Red Storm as it is originally introduced, or against it. If you argue for Red Storm, explain why that plan is the best possible plan. If you argue against it, provide an alternate plan for attack.

Essay Topic 2

Alekseyev and the elder Sergetov are vital to the Russian offensive. While both men are equally important to Russia in the novel, their characters are extremely different. Compare and contrast the personalities of both Alekseyev and Sergetov. Include various aspects of their personality, their individual style of leadership, their views of Russia, and their sentiments about the war.

Essay Topic 3

Examine the structure and political maneuvering of the Russian government through Red Storm Rising's plot. After establishing the style, structure, and function of the Russian government, analyze how those elements influence the outcome of the Red Storm offensive. If the country's government was structured differently, would the outcome of the war have been the same? Be sure to support each point with a specific example from the novel.

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