A Separate Peace 7-10
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On his first day back to Devon after the first snows Finny takes Gene to:
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The fieldhouse
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Butt room
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Brinker's room
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Beaver dam
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This quiz covers key events and themes in chapters 7-10 of 'A Separate Peace' by John Knowles. It assesses understanding of character dynamics, symbolic elements, and plot developments, crucial for students studying American literature.
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Finny believes the war is a myth created by:
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Disaffected Nazis
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Fat old men who eat steaks
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Mr. Ludsbury
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Ignorance in the human heart
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Dave
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A. Fat old men who eat steaksExplanation
Finny believes that the war is a myth created by fat old men who eat steaks. This suggests that he views these individuals as powerful and influential figures who manipulate the truth for their own benefit. Finny may believe that these men use the war as a way to maintain their own status and control over society. By blaming them, Finny implies that they are responsible for perpetuating the idea of war and its destructive consequences.Rate this question:
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More treacherous (symbolically) than "icy walks" are:
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Swimming pools
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Jumping into the Nagaumasset
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Marble stairs
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Blitzball
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A. Marble stairsExplanation
Marble stairs are considered more treacherous symbolically compared to icy walks because marble stairs are often associated with elegance and luxury, but they can be slippery and dangerous to walk on. This creates a contrast between the perception of safety and the actual risk involved, making marble stairs more treacherous in a symbolic sense.Rate this question:
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Finny's new mission is:
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To become a top student
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Get better so he can enlist
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Train Gene for the 1944 Olympics
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Injure Gene to become even
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A. Train Gene for the 1944 OlympicsExplanation
Finny's new mission is to train Gene for the 1944 Olympics. This means that Finny wants to help Gene become a better athlete and prepare him for the Olympic games that will take place in 1944. This shows that Finny is selfless and supportive of his friend's goals and dreams, as he is willing to dedicate his time and effort to train Gene for such a prestigious event.Rate this question:
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Finny stands beside this as Gene does his four lap trial run around the quadrangle.
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Tree
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Snow sculpture of a tank
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A statue of General Pershing
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The infirmary
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A. TreeExplanation
Finny stands beside a tree as Gene does his four lap trial run around the quadrangle. The sentence implies that Finny is positioned next to a tree while Gene is running. This suggests that the correct answer is "tree" because it is the only option that is mentioned in the sentence and is directly connected to Finny's location.Rate this question:
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The Duke of Wellington famously quipped that the Battle of Waterloo was "won on the playing fields of..."
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Youth
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Eton
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Country clubs
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Devon
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A. EtonExplanation
The Duke of Wellington famously quipped that the Battle of Waterloo was "won on the playing fields of Eton." This statement suggests that the skills and qualities developed through sports and physical activities at Eton College played a significant role in the victory at the Battle of Waterloo. It implies that the discipline, teamwork, leadership, and strategic thinking fostered in Eton's sporting culture contributed to the success in the battle.Rate this question:
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The first in Finny's class to enlist was:
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Leper
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Brinker
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Gene
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Brownie Perkins
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A. LeperExplanation
Leper is the correct answer because in the novel "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles, Leper is the first character from Finny's class to enlist in the military during World War II. This event marks a turning point in the story as it highlights the impact of the war on the characters and their relationships. Leper's decision to enlist also foreshadows the challenges and hardships that the other characters will face as the war progresses.Rate this question:
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This song was popular during WWII and relates to ideas in this novel, too.
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When Johnny Comes Marching Home
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Over There!
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Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree with Anyone Else but Me
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One, two, three, what're we fightin' for?"
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A. Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree with Anyone Else but MeExplanation
The song "Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree with Anyone Else but Me" was popular during WWII and relates to ideas in the novel. This song reflects the theme of loyalty and commitment, as it emphasizes the importance of staying faithful and not straying from one's loved ones during times of war. It also captures the longing and desire for stability and connection in a time of uncertainty and separation. This theme of loyalty and the longing for connection may be mirrored in the novel, creating a parallel between the song and the ideas explored in the book.Rate this question:
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Pick the event that has (or will) happen(ed) in ASP that is not first enacted in Hemingway's novel, A Farewell to Arms."
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Escape from war only to suffer a death in peace
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Promotion of a primary character to a general
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Baptism into a turgid river after a new understanding
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Narrator making his "own peace" with the notion of war.
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A. Promotion of a primary character to a generalExplanation
In the novel "A Farewell to Arms" by Hemingway, there is no instance of a primary character being promoted to a general. This event is not enacted in the novel, as it focuses primarily on the experiences of the protagonist, Frederick Henry, as a soldier in World War I and his relationship with Catherine Barkley. The promotion of a primary character to a general is therefore an event that has (or will) happen(ed) in ASP but not in Hemingway's novel.Rate this question:
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Symbolically burned by Finny to ignite the Olympic flame
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Hazel Brewster
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The tree branch from "the tree"
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A Farewell to Arms
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Homer's war epic, the Iliad
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A. Homer's war epic, the IliadExplanation
In the given options, the only one that matches the description of being "symbolically burned" is Homer's war epic, the Iliad. In the Iliad, there is a scene where the Trojans burn the Greek ships as a symbolic act of victory. This act of burning can be seen as a representation of the destruction and chaos caused by war. Therefore, the correct answer is Homer's war epic, the Iliad.Rate this question:
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Finny seated on his throne with lion's feet and arms recalls the famous (no longer extant) statue by Phidias
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Venus de Milo
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Enthroned Zeus
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Laocoon with snakes
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The Dying Gaul
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A. Enthroned ZeusExplanation
The correct answer is Enthroned Zeus. The given description mentions that Finny is seated on a throne with lion's feet and arms, which is reminiscent of the famous statue by Phidias depicting Zeus seated on a throne. This suggests that the correct answer is Enthroned Zeus.Rate this question:
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Leper lives here where the terrain seems much like the propaganda film's.
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Boston
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New York
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Alabama
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Vermont
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A. VermontExplanation
The given sentence states that the terrain of the place where the leper lives resembles that of a propaganda film. Among the given options, Vermont is known for its picturesque landscapes and scenic beauty, often portrayed in films. Therefore, it can be inferred that Vermont is the correct answer as it aligns with the description provided in the sentence.Rate this question:
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Leper was already going to get this from the army before he deserted:
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A Section Eight discharge
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An honorable discharge
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A courtmartial
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A purple heart
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A. A Section Eight dischargeExplanation
A Section Eight discharge is the correct answer because it refers to a type of discharge from the army that is given to individuals who are deemed mentally unfit for service. This discharge is usually granted to soldiers who suffer from severe mental health issues or psychiatric disorders. Since the question states that Leper was already going to receive this discharge before deserting, it implies that he was experiencing mental health problems that would have led to his discharge.Rate this question:
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In his mind this happened to Leper's corporal:
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Began talking in ancient Greek
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Changed into a woman
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He started to fly like a bird
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He was shot by an arrow
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A. Changed into a womanExplanation
Leper's corporal changing into a woman could be seen as a metaphorical representation of a transformation or shift in his identity or perception of himself. This transformation may symbolize Leper's desire to escape the harsh realities of war and find solace in a different gender or role. It could also suggest a disconnection from his masculine identity or a desire to explore and embrace a different aspect of his personality. This transformation may highlight the psychological impact of war on individuals and how it can lead to a profound change in one's perception of self.Rate this question:
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The Maginot line was:
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Imaginary
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A real set of fortifications and tunnels along the Franco-German border
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A song popular in WWII
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The line that told you if somebody was crazy or not.
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A. A real set of fortifications and tunnels along the Franco-German borderExplanation
The Maginot line was a real set of fortifications and tunnels along the Franco-German border. It was built by France in the 1930s as a defensive barrier against potential German aggression. The line consisted of a network of underground tunnels, bunkers, and artillery positions, designed to protect France from a direct attack. However, it proved to be ineffective during World War II as the Germans bypassed it by invading through Belgium. The Maginot line is often seen as a symbol of misplaced confidence and strategic failure.Rate this question:
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Brinker wants Gene to do this with him:
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X-country ski
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Enlist
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Revisit the tree
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See a therapist
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A. EnlistExplanation
Brinker wants Gene to enlist. This suggests that Brinker wants Gene to join or enroll in something, possibly referring to joining the military or a specific organization. By enlisting, Gene would be committing to a particular cause or mission.Rate this question:
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" The army has the perfect word for everything, did you ever think of that?...And the perfect word for me...psycho. I guess I am. I must be. Am I though, or is it the army? Because they turned everything inside out." Identify the speaker and the addressee. How does Knowles want the reader to interpret the meaning of the war here?
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