Practice "Arms and the Man" by George Bernard Shaw - 4.4.1 | Unit 4: Drama and Performance | Grade 11 Studies in Language and Literature
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does Captain Bluntschli mean when he refers to himself as a 'chocolate cream soldier'?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the contrast between his experience in battle and the ideals of war.

Question 2

Easy

Who is Raina Petkoff engaged to?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the character traits of Sergius in the play.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What does Raina originally think about war?

  • It is noble
  • It is absurd
  • It is boring

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall Raina's dialogue in the early scenes.

Question 2

True or False: Captain Bluntschli represents the romantic ideal of a soldier.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about his humorous remarks about warfare.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Write an essay discussing how Shaw uses humor to convey serious themes in "Arms and the Man."

πŸ’‘ Hint: Look for instances where character dialogue contrasts traditional views of heroism.

Question 2

Create a character map showing Raina, Bluntschli, Sergius, and Louka's relationships and character arcs. Explain how these relationships impact the central themes of the play.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Focus on key moments of interaction that signify character growth.

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