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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1 through 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Con reenlist in the army?
(a) For the bonus money.
(b) Because he is heroic.
(c) Because he is patriotic.
(d) For fun.

2. What war does Charley find himself swept into?
(a) The French and Indian War.
(b) World War II.
(c) The Civil War.
(d) World War I.

3. What year is the novel set in?
(a) 2011.
(b) 1823.
(c) 1865.
(d) 1999.

4. What is the nickname for a New York police officer in the novel?
(a) A Metropolitan.
(b) A goon.
(c) A Metro Man.
(d) A blue suit.

5. What has Jem done with the money he had?
(a) Spent it.
(b) Left it with his wife.
(c) Lost it all gambling.
(d) Given it to Charley.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Con's last name?

2. Who is Noreen?

3. What is Noreen's business?

4. How old is Charley at the beginning of the story?

5. On the train to the regiment, the men tease Charley. How old do they guess he is?

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