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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. How many of the panelists vote not guilty?

2. According to the trial's first witness, where was Tyson present in the hospital?

3. What is the name of the rabbi who must give up his office for Corva and Tyson?

4. At the court martial trial, who is the first witness called to the stand?

5. Before entering the hearing room, what does Corva remind Tyson that he doesn't have to do in regards to Gilmer?

Short Essay Questions

1. As Tyson and his platoon left the hospital after the massacre, what did Tyson hope no one would be able to tell?

2. When Corva cross-examines Brandt, Corva seems to jump randomly from point to point. What was Corva's purpose in this seeming randomness?

3. On the third day of the trial, what does Tyson insist that Corva do?

4. When the court martial gets underway, Corva makes an announcement that draws criticism. Why was Corva criticized for his announcement?

5. According to Sproule, what is the purpose of the trial?

6. Why is Corva pleased that the panel takes more than a few hours to return their verdict?

7. When the court martial gets underway, Corva makes an announcement that draws criticism. How does Corva respond to the criticism?

8. As Tyson and Corva share a drink, Corva tells Tyson that he thinks Tyson is guilty. What does Corva not want Tyson to have to do?

9. When Steven Brandt is on the stand, what does Brandt say was his impression of Tyson while the platoon was in the operating room?

10. As the court martial approaches, what does Corva remind Tyson will happen if Tyson is ordered to tell the truth?

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

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.

Essay Topic 3

Identify three of the people that are on the side of the prosecution against Ben Tyson for the mass murders in Hue. Then, compare and contrast the backgrounds, experiences, and opinions of these three prosecution members. Was each member of the group necessary in order for the prosecution to build its case against Tyson? Why or why not? Was any member of the group expendable? Why or why not? What might have been different if these group members were not involved with the case? Explain your reasoning.

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