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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Parts 11-12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do both Ben and the General choose to use to convey their feelings throughout the novel?
(a) A pen and paper.
(b) A cell phone.
(c) An email account.
(d) A typewriter.

2. Does the reader ever really learn about Ben's mother?
(a) Yes, Ben mentions her briefly.
(b) Yes, but only through the General's eyes.
(c) No.
(d) No, because she is dead.

3. Where did Ben grow up?
(a) With his Aunt Kelly.
(b) On a military base.
(c) In NYC.
(d) With his mother in the country.

4. At what age was Miro expected to die?
(a) 20 years old.
(b) 15 years old.
(c) 10 years old.
(d) 18 years old.

5. What is Miro's character perceived to be?
(a) A liar and cheater.
(b) A tormented young person.
(c) A young boy who is blinded by his will to be loyal to Artkin and the cause.
(d) A young man with serious mental issues.

Short Answer Questions

1. What prompted the General to tell Ben the truth?

2. Besides just knowing about his son's behavior, what has the General also learned about his son?

3. Why did the hijackers want money?

4. On what continent does the beginning of the novel take place?

5. How do the terrorists react to this death?

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