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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 7, how long does Lewis train on his second pair of artificial legs?
(a) One week.
(b) Five months.
(c) A year.
(d) One month.

2. In Chapter 7, how does Lewis dress to fit in on campus?
(a) Corduroy pants and a sweater vest.
(b) Blue jeans and a mock turtleneck.
(c) Long hair and granny glasses.
(d) A suit and tie.

3. What historic event occurs in Chapter 6?
(a) The Voyager space probe is launched.
(b) Martin Luther King is assassinated.
(c) The Challenger space shuttle explodes.
(d) Neil Armstrong walks on the moon.

4. After leaving the hospital for the last time, what does Lewis decide to do as a civilian?
(a) Lobby to end the war.
(b) Go to law school.
(c) Run in the Special Olympics.
(d) Let his hair grow long.

5. What do Toddy and Lewis decide to do at the end of Chapter 9?
(a) Take a family vacation.
(b) Move.
(c) Attend counseling sessions.
(d) Go on a second honeymoon.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What bothers Lewis about being in public after the election?

3. In Chapter 9, what does Lewis do for three days?

4. What technological advance does Lewis's second pair of artificial legs contain?

5. Why does Lewis have difficulty with the local newspaper?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Chesty's second stroke affect his life?

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

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

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

5. How does Lewis's drinking affect his work and family life?

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

7. Describe the operation Dr. Willet attempts on Lewis's right hand.

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

9. How does Toddy help Lewis cope with the loss of the election?

10. Why are Lewis's friends surprised by his choice of actions after the election?

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