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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Mathilde respond when Manech offers to be her friend?

2. What is Poux's nickname?

3. How long did Manech receive training before he was sent to the front as a foot soldier?

4. Why did Eskimo and Manech go off in another direction from Benoit?

5. Where does Mathilde believe Mariette went to meet Benoit?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What kind of friend was Poux to Mathilde? Why do you think this way? Support your answer. Do you think Poux wanted a relationship with Mathilde? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Evaluate the author's use of flashbacks in the novel. Was this technique well used? Why or why not? Do flashbacks enhance or detract from the story? Why do you feel this way?

Essay Topic 3

Why do you think Layrouye kept the men's pardon a secret? What type of man does this make him? Why do you think this way?

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