Comprehension Questions - A Farewell to Arms

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What is the primary reason Frederick Henry perceives the war as an adventure?

He wants to prove his courage.

He enjoys the thrill of combat.

He believes he will not be killed. (correct)

He is seeking glory for his country.

How does Rinaldi initially view Miss Barkley in relation to Frederick Henry?

As someone unworthy of Frederick's attention.

As a means to improve Frederick's spirits. (correct)

As a rival for Frederick's affection.

As a potential wife for himself.

What does Frederick Henry receive from Catherine Barkley before his departure for the attack?

A medal of honor.

A promise to return.

A letter of love.

A Saint Anthony pendant. (correct)

What key observation does Rinaldi make about both himself and Frederick Henry?

They both are indifferent about winning. Signup and view all the answers

What circumstances lead to Frederick Henry's injury during the war?

He suffered a shrapnel wound from a bomb. Signup and view all the answers

What does the priest bring to Frederick Henry during his stay at the hospital?

Mosquito netting and English papers. Signup and view all the answers

Describe Frederick Henry's feelings about winning medals as discussed during Rinaldi's visit.

He believes they are meaningless. Signup and view all the answers

How are the women Miss Gage, Mrs. Walker, and Mrs. Van Campen characterized?

Miss Gage is intelligent while Mrs. Walker is of little use. Signup and view all the answers

What is Catherine's reason for taking three nights off from night duty?

She needs rest Signup and view all the answers

What realization does Frederick Henry come to about his feelings for Catherine?

He loves her but struggles to express it Signup and view all the answers

Why does Catherine express fear of rain?

It symbolizes her mortality Signup and view all the answers

What does Frederick Henry say about the difference between a coward and a brave person?

A coward dies a thousand deaths while a brave person dies once Signup and view all the answers

What incident occurs that leads to Aymo's fate during the evacuation?

He is shot and killed by his own troops Signup and view all the answers

What work are Frederick Henry and his companions involved in during the evacuation?

Evacuating civilians Signup and view all the answers

What is Catherine's perspective on marriage with Frederick Henry?

She believes they are already married Signup and view all the answers

What change does Lt. Henry notice in the major during their meeting?

He appears fatigued and weary of the war Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Comprehension Questions - A Farewell to Arms

Setting: World War I
Narrator: Lieutenant Frederick Henry
Rinaldi: Henry's best friend, surgeon
Priest's role: Grounds and guides characters spiritually
Catherine Barkley: Widow, nurse during the war
Incident in chapter 7: Soldier doesn't want to return to front lines
Henry's view of war: Adventure
Reason for ending drinking contest: To see Catherine
Miss Barkley's gift: Saint Anthony pendant
Worse than war: Defeat
Ending the war: One side stopping fighting
Henry's injury: Leg wound from bomb
Hospital location: Milan, Italy
Henry's hospital reaction: Doesn't think he deserves medals
Rinaldi's opinion of Henry and himself: They don't care about winning
Hospital supplies: English papers and mosquito netting
Relationship with the priest: Kind and religious
Catherine's move: Transfer to work in Milan
Henry's feelings for Catherine: Loves her, unsure how to show
House doctor vs. Valentini: Valentini is willing to do the operation
Reason for Catherine's leave: For rest
Henry's marriage proposal response: Rejected
Relationship with Ettore: Catherine dislikes him
Fear of rain: Represents death
Post-race event feelings: Isolation and wanting deeper connection with Henry
Coward vs. brave: Coward dies thousands of deaths, brave person dies once
Convalescent leave reason: Sickness report
Henry's parting instructions (to Catherine): Care for her baby
Priest's change: Lost certainty, empathic
Henry acting differently (Rinaldi): Like a man that's been hurt
Words with dignity: Names of places
Describing enemy group: Germans
Work during evacuation: Evacuating people
Sergeant shooting reason: Refused help
Aymo's fate: Killed by Henry's own troops
Bonello's fate: Prisoner
Reason for river jump: Escape
Symbolism of jump: Symbolic rebirth
Switzerland move reason: Neutral in war
Meeting Catherine place: Stresa, Italy
Reason for leaving hotel: Police arrest warrant
Escape route: Emilio's boat
Arrest outcome: Temporary visas
Catherine's desire for change: Avoidance
Mountain to Lausanne move: Closer to hospital
Catherine's delivery issue: Cesarean section, baby strangled
Catherine's death cause: Blood loss

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Test your understanding of Ernest Hemingway's 'A Farewell to Arms' with these comprehension questions. Explore key themes, characters, and incidents from the narrative, particularly focusing on Lieutenant Frederick Henry's experiences during World War I. This quiz will deepen your insight into the relationships and events that shape the story.