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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. When did Douglas MacArthur sail for Europe to join World War I?

2. In how many wars did MacArthur serve?

3. From where was Arthur MacArthur, Jr.'s bride?

4. What was the nickname MacArthur's men gave him?

5. What Filipino dignitaries were named as godparents for MacArthur's son, Arthur MacArthur IV?

Short Essay Questions

1. What were MacArthur's religious beliefs?

2. What was MacArthur's role in the Philippines once it was made a commonwealth in 1946?

3. What happened to bring MacArthur back into active duty?

4. What were some of the rumors that surrounded MacArthur?

5. Discuss the MacArthur family history.

6. What led to MacArthur's resignation from the active duty in 1937?

7. What caused Arthur MacArthur, Jr.'s conflict with President Taft?

8. What was Christmas like for the MacArthur family in 1941?

9. What military action did the Japanese take in the Philippines after the attack on Pearl Harbor?

10. Discuss MacArthur's military career.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss why you think William Manchester chose the title American Caesar for his biography of General Douglas MacArthur, and what parallels you see between MacArthur and Caesar.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss MacArthur's experience as superintendent of West Point and the changes he made in that office. How did his experience as a West Point cadet influence his plans for revamping the military academy's programs? Cite examples from the text to support your arguments.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss Douglas MacArthur's relationship with his mother and her influence on his marriages and career. Cite examples from the text to support your conclusions.

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