The Things They Carried

Who is the narrator of The Things They Carried?

• Tim O'Brien
  

• Jimmy Cross

• Ted Lavender

• Henry Dobbins

Answer explanation

The narrator of The Things They Carried is Tim O'Brien, who shares his experiences as a soldier in the Vietnam War, blending fiction and autobiography to convey the emotional weight of the war.

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What constantly distracts Lt. Jimmy Cross from his job?

• safety of his soldiers

• thoughts about his family

• fear of death

• thoughts of Martha

Answer explanation

Lt. Jimmy Cross is constantly distracted by his thoughts of Martha, a girl he loves, which affects his focus on the safety of his soldiers and his duties as a leader.

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Which character is the platoon's RTO?

• Kiowa

• Mitchell

• Henry

• Ted

Answer explanation

Mitchell is the platoon's RTO (Radio Telephone Operator), responsible for communication. This role is crucial in the field, and Mitchell's character is specifically identified as fulfilling this duty in the narrative.

Why does Rat Kiley, the medic, carry M&Ms candy?

• To help with morale

• They are his favorite

• To use as a placebo medicine for fatally wounded soldiers

• He doesn't

Answer explanation

Rat Kiley carries M&Ms to use as a placebo medicine for fatally wounded soldiers, providing them with a sense of comfort and hope, even if the candy has no real medicinal value.

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Who is the would-be girlfriend of Jimmy Cross?

• Marlene

• Martha

• Margaret

• None of the above

Answer explanation

Jimmy Cross's would-be girlfriend is Martha, as indicated in the text. Marlene and Margaret are not mentioned in this context, making Martha the correct choice.

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What is the favorite food of Henry Dobbins?

• Canned peaches

• Pound cake

• Canned peaches over pound cake

• Chocolate bar

Answer explanation

Henry Dobbins' favorite food is described as 'canned peaches over pound cake,' indicating he prefers canned peaches when given a choice between the two.

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Whose death is foreshadowed in this chapter?

• Ted Lavender

• Tim O'Brien

• Jimmy Cross

• Norman Bowker

Answer explanation

Ted Lavender's death is foreshadowed in this chapter through the narrative's tone and the emphasis on his character's vulnerability, highlighting the dangers faced by soldiers in the Vietnam War.

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What does Jimmy carry for good luck?

• Rabbit's foot

• Four-leaf clover

• Baseball hat

• None of the above

Answer explanation

Jimmy does not carry a rabbit's foot, four-leaf clover, or baseball hat for good luck. Therefore, the correct answer is 'None of the above'.

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Which character carries a copy of the New Testament?

• Tim O'Brien

• Jimmy Cross

• Rat Kiley

• Kiowa

Answer explanation

Kiowa carries a copy of the New Testament in Tim O'Brien's "The Things They Carried," symbolizing his faith and the burden of war. The other characters do not have this specific item.

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What is Dobbins constantly seeking?

• Gold

• Moral

• Morale

• All of the above

Answer explanation

Dobbins is constantly seeking a moral, which reflects his quest for ethical guidance and values. While gold and morale may be relevant, the primary focus is on the moral aspect.

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