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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. What reason does Gunter Weber give his commanding officer for not wanting to carry out the order in #133?
2. Who is Alekos?
3. Instead of liberating Greece, the Allies attack ________________.
4. General Gandin believed the promise of the Germans that they would ___________________.
5. What does Pelagia do to Corelli when they pass in the doorway one day?
Short Essay Questions
1. What unspeakable act is Gunter ordered to do by his commander, and what will happen to Gunter if he refuses to do it?
2. What is the episode named in the title of Chapter 37, "An Episode Confirming Pelagia's Belief That Men Do Not Know the Difference Between Bravery and a Lack of Common Sense"?
3. Explain the circumstances of the execution of the Italian soldiers and how Weber ultimately allows Corelli to live.
4. What project does Pelagia take on after her father's death?
5. Explain what happens when an unexploded mine washes ashore near the village.
6. Why are the Italian officers unhappy with their commander, General Grandin?
7. How does Corelli turn Pelagia's kiss on the cheek into a comedic episode?
8. How will events of the war alter the friendship between Corelli and Weber?
9. Who is "Bunny" Warren and how does he arrive on the island?
10. How is Corelli saved from the execution site and what happens to the bodies of the other Italian soldiers?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Fear takes on an almost human persona in this book. What was the source of the characters' needs? What is this literary technique called? Cite examples that support this position.
Essay Topic 2
"Corelli's Mandolin" is a classic example of an historical fiction story. What does that classification entail? Why does this book fit into this category?
Essay Topic 3
The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of music. Identify at least two instances about music in the book and then cite examples to support your answer.
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