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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. Who leads the troop of Italian soldiers into Cephallonia?

2. Who is the strongman who comes to town to perform an act?

3. Who is the German soldier Corelli befriends?

4. Troops from which country are stationed near the Italian troops on the mainland opposite the island?

5. What does Corelli ask of Dr. Iannis?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe what happens during the village feast, especially for Mandras and Pelagia.

2. How are Dr. Iannis and Pelagia conflicted about their feelings for Captain Corelli?

3. What does Carlo tell Francisco's mother about Francisco's death and what was the reality of the situation?

4. What do the villagers realize about the war in the Summer of 1940?

5. What does Dr. Iannis exchange for allowing Captain Corelli to stay in his home?

6. What issues are prevalent for Pelagia and Mandras regarding their future together?

7. What is the first mention of Captain Corelli in the novel?

8. What is the setting of the book, and who are the main characters introduced in the first few chapters?

9. What is the content of the pamphlet released in Chapter 35?

10. Why is Hector called before the British officer, Lt. Col. Myers?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of love. Identify at least two instances about love in the book and then cite examples to support your answers.

Essay Topic 2

There are several events of foreshadowing in "Corelli's Mandolin". Define foreshadowing. Cite at least two situations in the story that serve as foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 3

Create a brief character study of Captain Corelli. What did he look like? What do we know about him? What were his positive personality traits? What were his dreams and fears? What was most valuable to him in his world?

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