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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 is the name of the railroad that supplies the Turks at Medina?

2. At what seaport do the passengers of the liner meet Abdulla?

3. The French think that Feisal moving to what place is a suicide mission and believe that troops should be put ashore at Rabegh instead?

4. After hearing the band play at Colonel Wilson's residence, where does Lawrence go?

5. What event occurs before dinner in the Arab camp?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who are Hornby and Newcombe?

2. How does Sheikh Fahad el Hansha try to treat Lawrence?

3. Why are Lawrence and the others making the march under the leadership of Auda, mainly traveling at night?

4. When Lawrence and the men reach Ageila, what do the people do?

5. How does Lawrence describe Colonel Bremond?

6. What is the algebraic element of war, according to Lawrence?

7. What is Lawrence's definition of an Arab?

8. How does Feisal communicate with his father while Feisal is an officer in the Turkish Army?

9. What is Lawrence's background in military theory?

10. What is Lawrence's first impression of Sherif Abdulla?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The Arabs are fighting for their freedom from the Turks. What are some of the things the British Army does to enable the Arabs to fight for themselves? How do these actions prevent the Arabs from feeling conquered by the British and instead lead them to cooperation? Support your answer with examples from the book.

Essay Topic 2

What are the roles of disease and injury to the story, and how do disease and injury affect the main players? Cite examples from the book to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

Using examples from the book to support your answer, what role do clothing and uniforms play in the story?

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