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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. Where is Russell sent when Germany surrenders?
(a) London, England.
(b) Berlin, Germany.
(c) Pensacola, Florida.
(d) Houston, Texas.

2. On his first physical, the doctor suggests that Russell come back in three days and stop eating what?
(a) Green Beans.
(b) Meat.
(c) Snap peas.
(d) Potatoes.

3. How long does it take for Joe Louis to defeat Max Schmeling?
(a) Three hours, ten minutes, thirteen seconds.
(b) Two minutes and nine seconds.
(c) Ten minutes and twenty seconds.
(d) Thirty seconds.

4. How does Lucy mark Russell's transition into adolescence?
(a) She makes a large mark on the height chart.
(b) She throws a dinner party.
(c) She purchases long pants for him.
(d) She buys him a cap.

5. At what age does Mimi run away from the orphanage for good?
(a) Eighteen.
(b) Ten.
(c) Thirteen.
(d) Sixteen.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the first Civil Rights movement Russell sees in his life?

2. How does Russell learn to swim?

3. After his hangover subsides, how does Russell feel?

4. To what activity does everyone compare piloting a plane?

5. How many months does Russell spend in training?

Short Essay Questions

1. After Doris meets Audrey, what does Uncle Harold do for her?

2. Why is Russell sent to the principle's office at his new school?

3. Explain Mimi's childhood.

4. How successful is Hal's lumber company?

5. What happens on Russell and Mimi's date to Washington?

6. What is odd about the family's new Baltimore home?

7. How does Charlie Sussman help Russell go to college?

8. Why is Russell denied membership to his high school honor's society?

9. Where does Russell work in his final year of high school?

10. After what event does Russell apply for the Navy?

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