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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. "South of Kankakee" takes place in what state?

2. Who is George Lane?

3. In what city was Plowden born?

4. What religious affiliation do the Rothschilds have?

5. Miriam Rothschild is known for being a _____________.

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Miriam Rothschild.

2. According to McCullough, what are some of Washington D.C.'s best attributes?

3. Describe Richter's personality.

4. Which aviators does McCullough include in this chapter?

5. How is Plowden both photographer and historian?

6. What are the unifying feelings these aviators have about flying?

7. What is Miriams' affinity to fleas?

8. What is the history of strip mining in Kentucky?

9. Explain how Miriam is influenced by her Uncle Walter.

10. What is the subject of "South of Kankakee?"

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the life and career of Alexander von Humboldt. What was his background? What were his personal and professional motivations? For what is he best remembered today?

Essay Topic 2

In addition to Charles Lindbergh, name some of the aviators who pioneer the art of flight in the mid-1920s in America. Why did these men and women gravitate toward flying? What was the pleasure that outweighed the risk? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Brave Companions is a volume of 17 previously published articles and addresses about diverse people and events selected by historian David McCullough. Why did McCullough decide to write these stories? Why did he choose these people and places? What overall message does McCullough want readers to understand?

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