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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. Miriam's father and uncle are both gifted amateur __________________.

2. What are "Grim's Garden Spots?"

3. Monticello is the home of which president?

4. Who becomes the spokesman for the Kentucky residents affected by strip mining?

5. In what city does David McCullough live and work?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What are the characteristics of Richter's writing style?

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

4. What is the purpose of McCullough's words in "Recommended Itinerary?"

5. How is Plowden both photographer and historian?

6. Describe Miriam Rothschild.

7. Why does strip mining continue in many states?

8. Who is Miriam Rothschild as described in this chapter?

9. Who is the subject of "Cross the Blue Mountain" and what is this person's association with McCullough?

10. What is the obvious theme in David Plowden's photography?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

Charles Lindbergh lost some popularity in America when he went to Germany prior to World War II and then took an isolationist position related to war with Germany. What does it mean to take an isolationist position? Why were many Americans disheartened to learn of Lindbergh's position on the subject of war with Germany?

Essay Topic 3

The aviators in the mid-1920s were gifted writers as well as aviators. Why do you think there is a connection between these two skills? Explain.

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