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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. Where does Corelli's singing group meet?

2. Which of the following is NOT a topic that Corelli and Gunter Weber discuss before the singing group sessions?

3. Who does Antonia want to marry?

4. Gunter leaves a photograph of ___________________ for Pelagia.

5. What does Dr. Iannis remind Pelagia of when speaking about her attraction to Corelli?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain what happens when an unexploded mine washes ashore near the village.

2. What advice does Dr. Iannis give separately to Pelagia and Corelli about their romance?

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

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

5. In what ways has the war transformed the priest, Father Arsenios?

6. Who is "Bunny" Warren and how does he arrive on the island?

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

8. How has General Grandin put his men in jeopardy by believing the promises of the Germans?

9. How does Captain Corelli punish the two soldiers who steal chickens from Kokolis?

10. Why are the Italian officers unhappy with their commander, General Grandin?

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 music. Identify at least two instances about music in the book and then cite examples to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Create a brief character study of Dr. Iannis. What did he look like? What was his daily life like? What were his positive personality traits? What were his dreams and fears? What was most valuable to him in his world?

Essay Topic 3

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

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