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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Soldier Home: The Three Day Blow.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Bill's opinion of Nick's relationship with Marjorie?
(a) It was the best thing that ever happened to Nick.
(b) It never would have lasted.
(c) It should stay buried.
(d) It should be rekindled.

2. How was Nick injured?
(a) Falling in a ravine.
(b) Running after a train.
(c) Mountain climbing.
(d) In battle.

3. What is Nick's condition when the story opens?
(a) He has a broken leg.
(b) He has a bad cold.
(c) He has been wounded.
(d) He has strep throat.

4. What is Rinaldi's response when Nick says they have made a "separate peace?"
(a) We are of one army.
(b) We will always be brothers.
(c) We're alone, always.
(d) We are not patriots.

5. Where do Nick and Tom go after leaving the bar?
(a) Bus station.
(b) Frat party.
(c) Train station.
(d) Another bar.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Nick go in this story?

2. What is the setting for the story?

3. What do Nick and Bill drink at the cabin?

4. Bill says the strong wind will blow for how many days?

5. With whom does Nick go to a bar?

(see the answer key)

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