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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what year are the Germans ordered to withdraw from the island?
(a) 1944.
(b) 1945.
(c) 1941.
(d) 1966.

2. What kind of meat are Hector and his men roasting over a fire in Chapter 36?
(a) Pork.
(b) Beef.
(c) Sheep.
(d) Chickens.

3. As the military situation worsens, Carlo and Corelli give Dr. Iannis ___________________________.
(a) their wills.
(b) personal items to hide for them.
(c) access to their bank accounts.
(d) power of attorney.

4. What does Corelli do when Weber tells him he tried to stop the execution?
(a) He slaps him.
(b) He screams.
(c) He shakes his hand.
(d) He runs.

5. Who accompanies the priest on his traveling mission?
(a) His brother.
(b) An assistant priest.
(c) His secretary.
(d) His dog.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who especially welcomes the priest's dramatic preaching?

2. Where does Corelli instruct the villagers to stand to watch the removal of the item in #101?

3. In what city has General Gandin congregated most of his forces?

4. How do the Germans try to get rid of the dead bodies?

5. Why is Pelagia so distraught while at home?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Corelli do on his last day on the island and how does he ultimately leave?

2. What do Carlo and Corelli give to Dr. Iannis for safekeeping when they fear that their deaths may be imminent?

3. How is Corelli saved from the execution site and what happens to the bodies of the other Italian soldiers?

4. Describe the circumstances in which Corelli and Pelagia part?

5. Explain the circumstances of the execution of the Italian soldiers and how Weber ultimately allows Corelli to live.

6. What is the general consensus of Hector by the men who are serving under him?

7. What project does Pelagia take on after her father's death?

8. Who does Antonia marry and what does she ultimately name the child she will have many years later?

9. What unspeakable act is Gunter ordered to do by his commander, and what will happen to Gunter if he refuses to do it?

10. When the Germans withdraw from the island, what does Gunter leave at the home of Dr. Iannis?

(see the answer keys)

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