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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. Who is Haie Westhus?

2. Katczinsky said the war wouldn't be so bad if they could just get enough...

3. Why do the men know they are near the sea?

4. What job is Müller well suited for?

5. What does Himmelstoss threaten to do to Tjaden?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Kropp's opinion of what life will be like when the men return home? What does it tell the reader about the effect of war upon a man?

2. How do the men feel when they are at the front?

3. What does Kropp think war should be like?

4. Describe the bond that exists between Baumer and Kropp.

5. Why does Tjaden have a special grudge against Himmelstoss?

6. What is the difference between the younger and older men?

7. Why would a soldier be happy to receive a broken arm?

8. Why is Tjaden unafraid of the punishment that may follow his insults to Himmelstoss?

9. When referring to Müller and Kemmerich, Baumer he states that they no longer have any sense of "artificial considerations". What do you think he means?

10. Why do the men prefer sharpened shovels to bayonets?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay that explains what you would do to help yourself overcome traumatic memories.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay about a real-life case in which a soldier was court-martialed. Be sure to explain the charges, the evidence, verdict, punishment (if applicable), and whether or not you agree with the findings of the military court.

Essay Topic 3

Paul Baumer's life is filled with tragedy. Write an essay that describes the tragic events detailed in All Quiet on the Western Front, and how these events affected Baumer.

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