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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. How much debt is Lewis responsible for after the election?
(a) $10,000.
(b) $125,000.
(c) $100,000.
(d) $25,000.

2. What do Lewis's classmates encourage him to do in Chapter 7?
(a) Avenge John's death.
(b) Return to Vietnam to face his fears.
(c) Write a book of his experiences.
(d) Run for class office.

3. Why are Lewis's friends disturbed by his behavior in Chapter 9?
(a) They are surprised he is giving up on politics.
(b) They feel he should attempt to reconcile with Toddy.
(c) They think he should take more time to grieve.
(d) They think he is drinking too heavily.

4. Why does Lewis feel ill at the beginning of Chapter 9?
(a) Toddy has left him.
(b) He has an internal infection.
(c) He has a hangover.
(d) He has the flu.

5. In Chapter 6, how far can Lewis walk on his new artificial legs?
(a) Ten feet.
(b) One mile.
(c) Sixty yards.
(d) Sixty feet.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Lewis do for Tom Downing in Chapter 7?

2. Which political figure gives Lewis a sizable contribution towards his campaign fund in Chapter 8?

3. What bad habit does Lewis pick up in Chapter 10?

4. What digit does Dr. Sandzen hope to graft into the end of Lewis' right thumb?

5. What surprise announcement does Tom Downing give in Chapter 8?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does the ability to drive a car affect Lewis's self esteem?

2. How does collegiate life affect Lewis' view of the Marine Corps?

3. What does Lewis decide to do with his life after election night?

4. Why does Lewis delay his entry into law school?

5. How does the Vietnam Veterans Memorial affect Lewis' recovery?

6. Describe the operation Dr. Sandzen attempts on Lewis's right hand.

7. How does Lewis's election campaign affect his relationship with his family?

8. How does Lewis's work with the Paralyzed Veterans of America affect his motivation?

9. Why does Lewis begin to lose faith in America's leaders?

10. How does Lewis prepare to re-enter civilian life?

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