10 questions on plot, characters, and themes. Free to take, so you can see exactly what to review before class.
1. What physical condition does Jake Barnes suffer from as a result of his war wound?
2. Why does Robert Cohn become violent during the Pamplona festival?
3. What makes the fishing trip to the Irati River different from the rest of the novel?
4. What does Brett do after she realizes her affair with Pedro Romero is damaging him?
5. How does the novel end?
6. What does Pedro Romero represent in the novel?
7. What is the primary source of the characters' aimlessness and lack of direction?
8. How does Mike Campbell treat Robert Cohn throughout the novel?
9. What is the nature of Jake and Brett's love for each other?
10. What does Jake's behavior toward Brett reveal about his character?
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How this guide is built
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.
