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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. Why is Goodrich afraid to go to the flatlands?

2. Where do the men gather as the sun begins to fall?

3. Who makes snide comments about the Chaplain who is leading a memorial service for the fallen men?

4. Which member of Snake's platoon loses his leg?

5. Chapter 19 What is the diagnosis given by Doc Rabbit about the young child who is carried on a stretcher by some villagers?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Bagger explain to his Marine buddies when he gets back from R&R?

2. Why is Bobby proud to enlist in the Marines?

3. How does Angus Austin become wounded?

4. Explain the circumstances when Bagger enlists in the Marines.

5. Why does Snake give Goodrich the nickname, Senator?

6. What is the main reason Ronnie enlists in the Marines?

7. Why does Snake argue with Austin's order to send a platoon on the other side of the wire at the tree line for LP?

8. How do Senator's college friends find ways to avoid the draft?

9. Describe Dan's family and what becomes of them?

10. Why does Goodrich want to join Bagger's team?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

1) What images does Webb use to describe the Killer Fields as the men cross through them?

2) How do these images have different meaning for different people?

Essay Topic 2

1) Evaluate the relationship between Hodges and Mitsuko.

2) Are they a good match? Explain.

3) How do they interact with one another?

4) What are the qualities of their relationship?

5) Cite examples from the story proving their acceptance of one another and their role in the war.

Essay Topic 3

Goodrich is one of the main constants throughout the novel. He is mentioned in all parts of the story and everyone's life seems to revolve around him.

1) Explain how Goodrich and the characters intertwine as the book progresses.

2) What relationship does he have with Hodges, Snake, Bagger, Phony, Mark, and his parents?

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