10 questions on plot, characters, and themes. Free to take, so you can see exactly what to review before class.
1. What is Robert Jordan's primary military assignment in the novel?
2. How does Pablo initially respond to Jordan's plan to blow the bridge?
3. What happens to El Sordo's guerrilla band before they can assist Jordan?
4. What critical problem does Pablo create the night before the bridge operation?
5. How does the bridge operation end for Robert Jordan?
6. What does Pablo do to the extra fighters he brings to the camp before the retreat?
7. What is Maria's background before she meets Robert Jordan?
8. What does Jordan learn about the Republican offensive that troubles him deeply?
9. What does Robert Jordan's final action in the novel reveal about his values?
10. How does Pilar differ from Pablo as a leader of the guerrilla band?
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This guide is built from the original text to help you get oriented fast. It is designed for recall, paper planning, and getting unstuck, but it is still a paraphrased guide, not a substitute for the reading itself. Double-check anything important before you turn in formal work.
