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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. How old was Conway when Donna made it clear that she wanted to get married?

2. How much longer did the relationship between Conway and Donna last?

3. What was the name of the English writer fascinated by the American man?

4. What items were spread across the desk when Gilbert sat talking to Conway?

5. What was the name of the professor that was impressed by Conway?

Short Essay Questions

1. What one thing stood in the way of the realization of Conway's vision? How did Conway solve the problem?

2. How does Gilbert compare the American man to the European man?

3. Examine the incident in which Conway impressed Professor Clawson.

4. What behaviors did Conway exhibit that most concerned Donna?

5. Why did visitors find the American man to be so fascinating?

6. Gilbert discusses the history of the American frontier. Examine at least two of the most important items discussed by Gilbert.

7. To which famous frontiersman is Conway compared? Where would this person be found?

8. What about Conway's childhood might shock most modern parents?

9. Gilbert compares Conway to Davy Crockett and Daniel Boone. What is the comparison?

10. Eustace Conway has become famous for what activities?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Conway spent time during college learning how to better cope with the weather in addition to sharpening his hunting skills. What do you think prompted Conway to do these things? Why would Conway need to sharpen these skills if he had already spent so much time in the outdoors? Do you think something had changed? What animals and terrain would Conway typically face on a routine basis? Are any of the animals unusual or exotic? What is the weather in that area of the state? Explain the seasons. How might the conditions be different if Conway had been in a low lying area? How has the area changed since the founding of Turtle Island Preserve?

Essay Topic 2

Choose at least two other inspirational speakers and/or activists. Compare and contrast them with Conway. What are the major differences? What are the most obvious similarities? What are the main messages? Which is the most effective? Are the messages legitimate? How can you tell? Which do you find the most motivational and inspirational? How do you feel after learning about the message? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Explain in detail what you think may have happened to Conway after "The Last American Man" was published. Check your thoughts against the actual details of Conway's exploits and where he stands today, both personally and professionally. Were your predictions close to the truth? Explain.

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