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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 kind of platoon was Tyson's platoon?

2. Who attends the meeting regarding the jurisdiction of Tyson's case from the Secretary of the Army's office?

3. According to the charges brought against Tyson, how many "Caucasians" is Tyson accused of murdering?

4. Who is the presidential aide that attends the meeting regarding the jurisdiction of Tyson's case?

5. In Vietnam, when Tyson and his platoon came across civilians digging in the ground, what were the civilians doing?

Short Essay Questions

1. When Tyson meets with the man who quietly suggests that Tyson leave the country, how does that meeting end?

2. When Tyson and his wife attend a party, what new feeling does Tyson experience at the party?

3. When Tyson and Marcy go to the officer's club to have dinner, why is Tyson rude to the person he introduces to Marcy?

4. When Tyson tells Marcy that they need a new car, why does Marcy tell him the car purchase is unwise?

5. When Tyson's platoon was pinned down by enemy fire, what did Tyson realize would offer his platoon a chance to escape?

6. Why was Tyson not reassigned in Vietnam like he was supposed to be?

7. According to Levin, why will Tyson be held to a higher standard for his actions in Vietnam than others will be?

8. After hearing the charges against him, what fact does Tyson point out that makes him feel that charges should never have been filed?

9. According to what Picard tells Ben Tyson, why does Picard confide that he probably should not have used the chapter about the hospital massacre?

10. As Ben Tyson sees the book detailing the activities of his platoon in Vietnam, what does Tyson suddenly realize?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Steven Brandt seems to be a man who is supremely confident in his ability to come out on top. Identify at least three instances from the story that highlight his confidence. How is Brandt helped by his utter confidence? How is Brandt hurt by his confidence? Provide examples of each.

Essay Topic 2

There is no doubt that Ben Tyson is greatly affected by the events that he was part of in Hue, Vietnam. Discuss how the hospital massacre and the events leading up to it affects not only Tyson's worldview, but his determination to stand trial for his actions and let the truth be heard. How do Tyson's experiences in Vietnam affect his mental state, his ability to reason, and his ability to continue on?

Essay Topic 3

Steven Brandt wears different masks in the story. Identify, then compare and contrast the different sides of Steven Brandt. How would the entire plot have been affected if Brandt had not been successful at deceiving those around him, especially Andrew Picard? Why is it necessary for Brandt to wear different masks? Explain your reasoning.

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