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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. Frederic's motives for joining the war are not clear in this novel. By Chapter 35, Frederic makes this statement about joining the Italian war effort.
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)

2. Frederic's situation in the train proves that in times of war, it helps a soldier to:
(a) write often to family members
(b) talk to friends about his missed loved ones
(c) be connected closely to family
(d) be detached or uninvolved regarding loved ones

3. As a fugitive, Frederic decides. . .
(a) to turn himself in.
(b) openly trust his closest friends.
(c) to remain in Milan.
(d) not to take any chances with anyone.

4. After the attack, the men are ordered to:
(a) hold their position
(b) attack
(c) retreat
(d) surrender

5. How does Frederic feel about patriotism?
(a) angry
(b) embarrased
(c) indifferent
(d) worried

Short Answer Questions

1. By Chapter 40, Catherine is approximately:

2. When back with the main retreat, Frederic mentions he is:

3. This is the name of the ambulance driver Frederic relieves in Chapter 27.

4. The man who sees Frederic depart the train:

5. Frederic and Catherine's reunion is_______ for the couple.

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the significance of Frederic's actions when he emerges from the river?

2. Although seemingly content in his new life, what issue remains troubling to Frederic in Chapter 38?

3. What advice does the Count give to Frederic about aging?

4. Discuss the continued symbolism of water for both Frederic and Catherine.

5. Do you think Frederic's morale was affected by being ordered to retreat? Do you think the Italian soldiers' morale was affected? If yes, how so?

6. What do you think Frederic would say in a letter to Catherine if he were to write one at this point? What might he describe?

7. Does Frederic's killing of one of the soldiers make him more or less of a leader?

8. Describe the reunion between Frederic and Catherine.

9. How does the porter know that Frederic and Catherine are not just going out for a normal walk? What evidence supports his inference?

10. How do Catherine and Frederic circumvent the border patrol?

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