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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 surrender ceremony full of?

2. What tremendous advantage does the Union forces have over the Confederate ones in delivering supplies?

3. Who orders his generals to continue the ceasefire until he can complete the surrender with Grant?

4. After the Federal soldiers cross James River, to whom does the command of Confederate soldiers go?

5. Who halts his troops while a Confederate officer rides his way under a white flag?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Lee disappointed that Lincoln is reelected?

2. How do Confederate troops show their obedience to Gordon in the surrender ceremony?

3. What is the irony in Chamberlain's death at the time of World War I?

4. Why does Lee believe that the statue of George Washington will remain intact during the war?

5. Why does Appomattox signify the end of the Civil War?

6. How does access to water offer an advantage to Grant over Lee?

7. Why is Grant tempted to drink alcohol after Cold Harbor?

8. Why do the peace negotiations between Lincoln and the Confederate officials go nowhere?

9. How does the crater become a death trap for the Federal soldiers?

10. What does Chamberlain realize about the fight at Saylor's Creek?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Shaara uses some important instances of foreshadowing in "The Last Full Measure". 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 Shaara mean by calling the book "The Last Full Measure"? Cite an example to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

One of the main themes in the book is ethical and social responsibility. List at least four examples where Shaara employs this specific theme. Is the battle between making ethical choices obvious or subtle? What characters are involved in this kind of battle? Do you think the right person or group won? Does good always triumph over evil in the case of "The Last Full Measure" ethics? Where do these definitions appear vague or incomprehensible?

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