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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. Where is Pick's fighter squadron?

2. What is the name of the First Lieutenant involved in the parachute drop?

3. Where does McCoy and Moore secure rooms at?

4. Why does Banning not like Mitchell?

5. What does the President say is impossible for Pickering to do?

Short Essay Questions

1. What two actions taken by Pick can result in a court martial?

2. Why do Pick and Stecker find that they have to explain their actions often to superiors?

3. How does Koffler avoid detection by the Betty Bombers?

4. What is the significance of the crates in the freighter that docks in Melbourne?

5. Why is Hart summoned by McCoy?

6. What happens when the radio goes off before the invasion?

7. How does Pickering respond to his ill health?

8. How does Rickabee assist Pickering?

9. What is the message that Feldt receives and why does Banning dislike Mitchell?

10. How does Pick respond to news of his father's illness?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Griffin uses some important instances of foreshadowing in Line of Fire. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an example of foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 2

Explain the significance of the novel's title. What did Griffin mean by calling the book Line of Fire? Cite an example to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

Symbolism occurs throughout Line of Fire. Identify 2-3 examples. What is the significance to the main characters of Pickering and McCoy and to the story line?

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