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Bless the Beasts and Children
Glendon Swarthout
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Which of the following traits is not among those that Swarthout identifies as manly?
A positive attitude
Communication skills
Athletic skills
Personal morality
2
of 5
In his use of heroism as a theme, what specific kind of hero does Swarthout favor?
The ordinary hero
The tragic hero
The antihero
The superhuman hero
3
of 5
What pop culture trend has a profound effect on the Bedwetters' behavior?
Detective novels
Disco music
Sitcoms
Westerns
4
of 5
What article of clothing does each Bedwetter wear to symbolize his individual personality?
A dog tag necklace
A tie-dye shirt
A novelty necktie
A unique hat
5
of 5
What place does Swarthout use to criticize the values of society at large?
Box Canyon Boys Camp
A Flagstaff, Arizona, restaurant
The highway
The police station
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