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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. As he listens to the eulogy for the Russian victims, what does Toland notice about the speech?

2. What is the supposed occupation of the "terrorist"?

3. The execution of four Russian generals has a profound impact on the rest of the Russian military. How do other military officers respond?

4. Before the attack on the Keflavik air base, a Russian ship is secretly carrying Russian infantrymen. What is the name of that ship?

5. The Russians who control the air base are attacked by American planes. What do the American planes fail to destroy?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are the effects of the execution of four generals in the Russian army?

2. What happens to Robert Toland after he alerts military officials to the situation in Russia?

3. What is suspicious about the confession of the alleged terrorist who claims responsibility for the attack on the Kremlin?

4. What are some clues Robert Toland finds that hint that Russia is preparing for an offensive?

5. What happens to Chernyavin's men after Chernyavin is detained and questioned?

6. Who is Robert Toland?

7. What are some reasons that the destruction of the oil refinery in Nizhnevartovsk so significant to the Russians?

8. Who escapes the air base after the Russians take over?

9. Describe the actions Edwards and his men take immediately after the attack on the Icelandic air base.

10. Is Edwards suited to the stress of his situation?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The concept of pride and honor is important to many different characters in Red Storm Rising. Choose three individuals who value the concepts of honor and pride. Consider how those concepts influence the characters' actions. Compare and contrast the three individuals' concepts of pride and honor. Does each individual have the same concept of honor? How does each individuals' commitment to behaving with honor influence their actions in the book?

Essay Topic 2

The two opposing sides of the conflict in Red Storm Rising each have an overarching plan for victory. The Soviet government places a great deal of emphasis on the element of surprise, and the Allied forces focus extensively on cooperation and unity in the face of the Russian threat. Examine the two sides' different ideals and how each side believes their concept will help them win the war. Which side is most effective in keeping to their plan? How did each concept play into the end of the war?

Essay Topic 3

The importance of oil in Red Storm Rising can not be understated. Trace the importance of oil throughout the plot of the book. How does oil, or the lack of it, contribute to the onset, perpetuation, and end of the war? Be sure to include examples from the beginning, middle, and end of the novel.

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