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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the Captain that Nick meets at the Italian battalion?

2. Nick says that every time he went to battle, he ____________.

3. Nick thinks about the time he spent in _________ going to bullfights.

4. John tells Nick that girls of which nationality make good wives?

5. What is Nick's demeanor toward Marjorie?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the character of Nick Adams. What are his similarities to Hemingway? Do you think Nick's character was based on Hemingway himself as some believe? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Hemingway gives Nick the ability to see beyond immediate pain and discomfort by putting him in situations that give him hope. Cite some examples where Nick's mood and spirits lift when his hopeful nature takes over.

Essay Topic 3

Describe how Hemingway is a master at character study in "The End of Something" when Nick and Marjorie break up. What body language does Hemingway give the characters? What does their dialogue reveal about how they are feeling?

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