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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. In Chapter 8, what does Forrest see a large group of people doing in San Francisco, CA?
(a) Welcoming home the war heroes.
(b) Singing.
(c) Protesting.
(d) Dancing.

2. How does Forrest finally manage to be let off from his punishment for causing an explosion?
(a) He begs for forgivenss.
(b) His superior feels sorry for him.
(c) His superiors eventually forget about the explosion.
(d) His unit is shipped to Vietnam.

3. What is Forrest's IQ too low for?
(a) A driver's license.
(b) The draft.
(c) College.
(d) A hunting license.

4. What do the Chinese people honor Forrest with?
(a) A statue.
(b) A parade.
(c) A special dinner.
(d) A certificate of achievement.

5. Where does Forrest head to find Jenny in Chapter 11?
(a) California.
(b) Massachusetts.
(c) Alabama.
(d) Washington.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Forrest realize from literature?

2. What is the name of the band Forrest joins in Chapter 11?

3. What does the drummer, Mose, introduce Forrest to?

4. What is the name of the club that Forrest tries to find Jenny at in Chapter 10?

5. Where is Forrest's barracks located?

Short Essay Questions

1. Recall what happens during the Orange Bowl in Chapter 4.

2. Explain what happens to Forrest's best friend Bubba in Chapter 6.

3. Explain what the Mose, the drummer from The Cracked Eggs, introduces to Forrest in Chapter 11 and how it affects Forrest.

4. Recall what mama and Jenny write Forrest in their letters in Chapter 7.

5. Explain what Mr. Wilkins makes Forrest do after he is arrested as a spy.

6. Compare how Forrest feels about the Army to football and life in college.

7. Briefly describe Forrest's experience with football.

8. Describe what happens when Forrest and Jenny are reunited in Chapter 10.

9. Explain what three factors prove crucial for Forrest going forward in his life after the army.

10. Recall what happens when Forrest finds Jenny protesting the war in Washington.

(see the answer keys)

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