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Columbus Day
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"Columbus Day" Quiz

A sarcastic beer-drinking army veteran becomes humanity's last hope against an alien invasion.

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  1. Discuss the role of humanity's first contact with an alien species in 'Columbus Day' and its impact on the plot.
  2. Analyze the character development of Joe Bishop throughout the novel 'Columbus Day' and how his perspective on the world changes.
  3. Examine the theme of survival and resilience in 'Columbus Day' and how it is portrayed through the actions of the characters.
  4. Discuss the concept of interstellar warfare in 'Columbus Day' and how it is depicted in the novel.
  5. Explore the role of humor in 'Columbus Day' and how it contributes to the overall tone of the story.
  6. Analyze the relationship between Joe Bishop and Skippy, the superintelligent AI, in 'Columbus Day' and how it evolves throughout the narrative.
  7. Discuss the ethical dilemmas faced by the characters in 'Columbus Day' and how they navigate through these moral challenges.
  8. Examine the significance of the title 'Columbus Day' and its symbolic meaning within the context of the story.
  9. Analyze the portrayal of advanced alien technology in 'Columbus Day' and its impact on the human characters and the plot.
  10. Discuss the role of teamwork and cooperation in 'Columbus Day' and how it contributes to the characters' success in their mission.