Essay Topic 1
In the beginning of the story Jeff, David Gardner and John Chadwick all leave together to go to war.
Part 1) Compare these three characters at the beginning of the story.
Part 2) From what is seen of these characters, explain what changes have occurred for each one over the course of the war.
Essay Topic 2
Part 1) Describe Lucy's personality.
Part 2) What does it reveal about Lucy that she is willing to marry Jeff even though they have different views on the war.
Essay Topic 3
Part 1) Explain the role that Clardy has in the story.
Part 2) How would the story have been different without Clardy?
Essay Topic 4
Part 1) Is it realistic that Jeff chose to go back to his Union side where he is badly treated rather than stay with Lucy?
Part 2) Would you have chosen your country over your true love? Explain your answer.
Essay Topic 5
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