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Steve SheinkinA modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
How does the structure and writing style of Sheinkin's book contribute to its resembling an adventure novel? In what ways is the book stylistically different from an academic historical work?
Why do you think Sheinkin chose to open the book with a preview of John André's execution, rather than with something relating directly to Arnold? Do you find it to be an effective opening?
Sheinkin's book claims that Arnold is “hopeless at political maneuvers.” What are some instances that show Arnold's lack of diplomatic finesse?
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