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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. In Chapter 28, it is evident Frederic misses Catherine because:

2. A change in Catherine's behavior in Chapter 40 is that. . .

3. To get to Switzerland, Frederic and Catherine have to:

4. As a fugitive, Frederic decides. . .

5. While on the train, Frederic encounters. . .

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Contrast Gino's attitude toward patriotism with Frederic's attitude.

3. Do you think people secretly helping fugitives, like the man behind the counter in the cafe, were the exception or the norm at this time?

4. Describe Frederic's reaction to the birth of his son.

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

6. Why do you think Catherine suggests that the baby will "come between them"?

7. What is the significance of the couple feeling hurried by the end of the pregnancy?

8. Describe Helen Ferguson as a character.

9. Would you trust your friends or people who offer to help you if you were in Frederic's situation?

10. Should Frederic's actions at the end of the retreat be described as honorable or as cowardly?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In Chapter 32, Frederic decides he is done with the army. In this chapter, one can perceive Frederic as the protagonist and "war" as the antagonist. This was discussed during this lesson. Considering the end of the novel, is Frederic, our protagonist, the typical hero? Do you think he perceives himself as a hero? Why do you think Hemingway chose to portray his protagonist as having such a self-perception?

Essay Topic 2

What is Frederic's attitude toward his own mortality in this novel? Does his attitude change, and if so, how significant is this change? What does the subject of death contribute to this story? Why is it important to acknowledge one's own mortality?

Essay Topic 3

Catherine and Frederic are both influential characters in this book. Which character do you feel was more influential and why? Did this character experience more or less change than the other? Discuss the influence this character had on the other, as well as the story.

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