Conflict and Relationships in War

Conflict and Relationships in War

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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The video discusses the short story 'Enemies' from 'The Things They Carried', focusing on the conflict between soldiers Dave Jensen and Lee Strunk over a missing jackknife. The story highlights the psychological impact of war, as Dave becomes paranoid and breaks his own nose to make amends. The narrative emphasizes the youth and inexperience of soldiers, illustrating how war blurs the lines between friend and enemy, leading to actions driven by fear, guilt, and shame.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial cause of the conflict between Dave Jensen and Lee Strunk?

A missing jackknife

A disagreement over patrol duties

A lost map

A personal insult

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the fight between Dave Jensen and Lee Strunk?

Lee's nose was broken

Dave was injured

Both were unharmed

They were separated by officers

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Dave Jensen react to his fear of Lee Strunk's retaliation?

He apologized immediately

He avoided Lee completely

He fired his weapon into the air

He reported Lee to the lieutenant

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Dave Jensen do to make amends with Lee Strunk?

He offered Lee extra rations

He wrote a letter of apology

He broke his own nose

He gave Lee his jackknife

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Lee Strunk admit after Dave Jensen broke his own nose?

He had stolen the jackknife

He was not angry anymore

He wanted to leave the company

He had planned to retaliate

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Lee Strunk's laughter after Dave breaks his nose indicate?

He is planning revenge

He feels guilty

He is relieved

He finds the situation amusing

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is highlighted about the soldiers in the story?

Their extensive combat experience

Their youth and inexperience

Their advanced military training

Their strong leadership skills

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