Novel Quiz On A Farewell To Arms By Ernest Hemingway!

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Novel Quiz On A Farewell To ARMS By Ernest Hemingway! - Quiz

A Farewell to Arms is a novel written by Ernest Hemingway which was published in 1929 during World War I. The story revolves around an English Nurse, Catherine Barkley and Henry who had a love affair. This section of the book is focused on Henry's recovery in Milan. Later Catherine finds out she is pregnant, and Henry must return to the Front. Take this quiz to test your knowledge about the novel characters and events. So, let's try out the quiz. All the best!

Questions and Answers

1.

In this section of the reading, Lt. Henry and Catherine get married.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The couple acts as though they are married and discuss marriage quite often, but Catherine says, "What good would it do to marry now?" suggesting that marriage would only separate them at this point.

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2.

Catherine and Lt. Henry have a wonderful summer during his recovery.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Chapter 18 actually begins with the statement: "We had a lovely time that summer." The couple goes out for dinners, socializes with others, and generally enjoys a relaxing summer together.

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3.

During one conversation between Catherine and Lt. Henry, Catherine is describing her fear of the rain then she states, "It's all nonsense. It's only nonsense. I'm not afraid of the rain. I'm not afraid of the rain. Oh, no, God, I wish I wasn't." What influence do you see here?
- A.
  
  Realism
- B.
  
  Romanticism
- C.
  
  Existentialism
- D.
  
  Modernism
- E.
  
  Transcendentalism
Correct Answer
C. Existentialism

Explanation
In this conversation, Catherine expresses her fear of the rain but immediately denies it, stating that it is all nonsense and that she is not afraid. However, she then contradicts herself by expressing a wish that she wasn't afraid. This conflicting and uncertain attitude towards her fear reflects the influence of existentialism. Existentialism emphasizes individual existence, freedom, and the struggle to find meaning in an uncertain and absurd world. Catherine's internal conflict and her grappling with her fear align with the existentialist themes of individual choice, authenticity, and the search for meaning in a chaotic world.

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4.

Which nation was Lieutenant Henry serving in World War I?
- A.
  
  Italy
- B.
  
  Germany
- C.
  
  United States
- D.
  
  Austria
Correct Answer
A. Italy

Explanation
Lieutenant Henry was serving in Italy during World War I.

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5.

What type of injury does Lieutenant Henry sustain?
- A.
  
  His leg is removed by machine gun fire
- B.
  
  His gun backfires and disfigures his face
- C.
  
  His ambulance has an engine fire and he is burned
- D.
  
  His knee is blown up by a mortar
Correct Answer
D. His knee is blown up by a mortar

Explanation
In the novel "A Farewell to Arms" by Ernest Hemingway, Lieutenant Henry sustains a knee injury caused by a mortar explosion. This injury occurs during his service as an ambulance driver in World War I. The impact of the mortar blast causes severe damage to his knee, leaving him in immense pain and ultimately leading to his evacuation and hospitalization. This injury significantly affects his physical abilities and plays a crucial role in shaping the narrative of the story.

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6.

Who else loves Catherine in the novel?
- A.
  
  Rinaldi
- B.
  
  Meyers
- C.
  
  The priest
- D.
  
  Simmons
Correct Answer
A. Rinaldi

Explanation
In the novel, Catherine is loved by Rinaldi. This implies that Rinaldi has strong feelings of affection and possibly romantic love towards Catherine. The other options, Meyers, the priest, and Simmons, are not mentioned as loving Catherine in the novel. Therefore, the correct answer is Rinaldi.

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7.

What is the name of Henry and Catherine's baby?
- A.
  
  Brian
- B.
  
  The baby was stillborn
- C.
  
  Jane
- D.
  
  Frederic Jr.
Correct Answer
B. The baby was stillborn

Explanation
The correct answer is "The baby was stillborn." This implies that Henry and Catherine's baby did not survive and was born dead.

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8.

Bonello kills a soldier after fleeing the scene of an incapacitated ambulance. What rank is this soldier?
- A.
  
  Lieutenant
- B.
  
  Major
- C.
  
  Sergeant
- D.
  
  General
Correct Answer
C. Sergeant

Explanation
Based on the information provided, Bonello kills a soldier after fleeing the scene of an incapacitated ambulance. The question asks for the rank of this soldier. Since the question does not provide any additional details about the soldier or the context of the situation, it is difficult to determine the exact rank. However, among the given options, the most likely rank for a regular soldier would be a Sergeant.

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9.

Henry is afraid of what?
- A.
  
  Snakes
- B.
  
  Spiders
- C.
  
  The dark
- D.
  
  Thunderstorms
Correct Answer
C. The dark

Explanation
Henry is afraid of the dark.

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10.

What is the main geographical dichotomy in the book?
- A.
  
  A contrast of cold climates and warm climates
- B.
  
  A contrast of desert and wetlands
- C.
  
  A contrast of land and sea
- D.
  
  A contrast of mountains and plains
Correct Answer
D. A contrast of mountains and plains

Explanation
The main geographical dichotomy in the book is a contrast between mountains and plains. The book likely explores the differences and similarities between these two types of landscapes, highlighting their distinct features and the impact they have on the environment and human activities. The author may discuss the challenges and opportunities presented by both mountains and plains, and how they shape the lives of the people living in these regions.

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Novel Quiz On A Farewell To ARMS By Ernest Hemingway!

In this section of the reading, Lt. Henry and Catherine get married.

Catherine and Lt. Henry have a wonderful summer during his recovery.

During one conversation between Catherine and Lt. Henry, Catherine is describing her fear of the rain then she states, "It's all nonsense. It's only nonsense. I'm not afraid of the rain. I'm not afraid of the rain. Oh, no, God, I wish I wasn't." What influence do you see here?

Which nation was Lieutenant Henry serving in World War I?

What type of injury does Lieutenant Henry sustain?

Who else loves Catherine in the novel?

What is the name of Henry and Catherine's baby?

Bonello kills a soldier after fleeing the scene of an incapacitated ambulance. What rank is this soldier?

Henry is afraid of what?

What is the main geographical dichotomy in the book?