The Great Santini is a novel by Pat Conroy that explores the complex relationship between a father and his son. The story is set in the 1960s and follows the life of a Marine fighter pilot, Bull Meecham, who is known as The Great Santini to his fellow pilots.
The novel delves into themes of family, loyalty, and the struggle to find one's identity. Take this quiz to test your knowledge of this powerful and thought-provoking novel.
What is the name of the protagonist in The Great Santini?
Ben Meecham
Bull Meecham
Beau Meecham
Bob Meecham
What is Bull Meecham's profession?
Lawyer
Doctor
Pilot
Marine Corps fighter pilot
What is the setting of The Great Santini?
New York City
Los Angeles
Charleston, South Carolina
Miami, Florida
Who is Bull Meecham's wife?
Lillian Meecham
Mary Meecham
Sarah Meecham
Elizabeth Meecham
How many children do Bull and Lillian Meecham have?
2
3
4
5
What is the name of Bull Meecham's eldest son?
Ben
Matt
Luke
Mary Anne
What is the name of Bull Meecham's daughter?
Mary Anne
Sarah
Elizabeth
) Lillian
What is the name of Bull Meecham's youngest son?
Ben
Matt
Luke
Mary Anne
What is the nickname given to Bull Meecham by his fellow Marines?
The Great Santini
The Flying Ace
The War Hero
The Marine's Marine
Toomer b) Johnson c) Smith d) Davis
Smith
Johnson
Toomer
Davis
What is the name of the Marine who Bull Meecham trains to become a fighter pilot?
Toomer
Johnson
Smith
Davis
What is the name of the Marine who dies in a training accident under Bull Meecham's command?
Toomer
Johnson
Smith
Davis
What is the ultimate fate of Bull Meecham?
He retires from the Marine Corps and becomes a successful businessman
He dies in combat during the Vietnam War
He dies in a plane crash while performing a stunt
He dies of a heart attack while playing basketball with his son
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