Soldier's Heart Final Exam

Where does most of 'Soldier's Heart' by Gary Paulsen take place?

• A small town in Minnesota

• The battlefields of the Civil War

• A modern-day high school

• A farm in Kentucky

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Who is the main character in the book "Soldier's Heart"?

• Charley Goddard

• John Adams

• Robert E. Lee

• Mark Twain

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Why does Charley decide to join the army?

• He wants to experience adventure

• His family wants him to

• He is offered money

• He wants to learn more

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How does Charley's opinion about war change in the story?

• He keeps thinking it is exciting and brave.

• He feels let down and sees the tough sides of it.

• He becomes more loving of his country.

• His opinion doesn't change; he stays uninterested.

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In "Soldier's Heart," how does Gary Paulsen show the harshness of war?

• Through detailed descriptions of battles

• By using funny tones

• Through the use of loving language

• By avoiding detailed descriptions

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How does the war affect Charley's relationship with his family?

• It makes their bond stronger as he sends letters home.

• It creates tension and distance.

• His family is not mentioned.

• It makes him feel closer to his family.

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Which writing technique does Gary Paulsen use most to show Charley's inner struggle?

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Alliteration

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What can we say about Charley's first thoughts on war?

• He knows why the war is happening politically.

• He thinks war will make him famous.

• He understands the risks and what could happen.

• He joins the war because he feels it's his duty to his country.

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How does Charley change because of his experiences in the war?

• He becomes more scared and worried.

• He becomes more rough and mean.

• He grows up and understands life and death better.

• He stays the same, keeping his young excitement.

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How important is the theme of survival in the book?

• It's a small side story.

• It's the main theme.

• It's mentioned but not really looked into.

• It's not in the book at all.

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