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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Jimmy Cross's last request to Tim at the end chapter 2?
(a) To take care of Martha for him
(b) To not mention something in his book
(c) To help him find a job
(d) To make sure he is buried at home

2. Norman Bowker's father only cares about what?
(a) Where his son is serving
(b) His son coming home safely
(c) His son's position in the army
(d) The medals his son brings home

3. What item owned by Dave Jensen is missing?
(a) A personal letter
(b) A jackknife
(c) A food ration
(d) A girlfriend's photograph

4. Which feeling does the narrator not admit to about the war?
(a) Sadness
(b) Responsibility
(c) Guilt
(d) Grief

5. How did Tim get the idea for the chapter titled "Speaking of Courage?"
(a) From a letter written by Norman Bowker
(b) From a newspaper article
(c) From his chat with Lt. Cross
(d) From a visit back to Vietnam

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Tim think would have happened if he ignored the man on the trail?

2. Where is Lee Strunk when Dave Jensen shows his broken nose?

3. How old is Tim O'Brien when he wrote the book?

4. How does the sister respond to Rat Kiley's letter?

5. Where is the first draft of the story inspired by Norman Bowker published?

(see the answer key)

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