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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. What are Edwards and his men told to do once they leave their hiding place?

2. Russia says that the explosion was caused by terrorists from which country?

3. The mission against the Soviets is successful, but it is a costly victory. Why?

4. As Chernyavin's men are traveling, they find themselves face-to-face with a tank. They then hear Chernyavin's voice telling them to surrender themselves. Why does this surprise them?

5. What is the full name of the author of the article about the importance of the Russian oil fields?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Why does the captain of the Julius Fucik ground the ship after the attack on the Icelandic air base?

3. What is Chernyavin doing in Germany?

4. What does Toland notice about the eulogy for the victims of the explosion at the Kremlin?

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

6. What is "Red Storm?"

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

8. What does the Russian Navy do to make Patrick Flynn suspicious about the Russian arms reduction?

9. Who is Robert Toland?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

During the extensive military action that takes place in Red Storm Rising, numerous characters either sink enemy vessels, shoot down enemy air craft, or witness the destruction of enemy targets. Each character, though, reacts to their kill in different ways. Choose three of the following characters and compare and contrast their responses to destroying enemy targets. Be sure to address the characters' emotional responses, their mental state after their kills, and the long-term effect their kills have on them. Characters include:

1) McCafferty

2) O'Malley

3) Morris

4) Chernyavin

5) Robert Toland

Essay Topic 2

Throughout the course of Red Storm Rising, the Russian government repeatedly attempts to make themselves appear more powerful than they really are. Examine how that tendency influences the war from the onset of the offensive to the conclusion of the conflict. Is Russia's determination to appear strong at all times accomplish anything positive for the country?

Essay Topic 3

The importance of technology is a recurring theme throughout Red Storm Rising. Examine the importance of technology in each military's battle plans. Do advances in technology give a leading edge to one army or the other? Are there any battle plans that do not rely heavily on technology? Which plans rely most on technology? How would the outcome of the war be affected if technology were not so prevalent in the Allied forces' plans?

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