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1. The novel "The Lords of Discipline" was loosely based on Conroy's experiences as a college student.
In real life, which of the following did Conroy attend?
2. "The Great Santini" is a novel about an American military officer, Bull Meecham, and the ups and downs as his family gets used to life in a new town.
In which branch did Meecham serve?
3. The 1986 novel "The Prince of Tides" is the story of Tom Wingo and his eccentric family. It is told in a split setting, going back and forth from his youth to his adult life.
In which state did Wingo grow up?
4. The non-fiction book "My Losing Season" is about Conroy's time as a varsity athlete in college.
What sport did he play?
5. "The Water is Wide" is a memoir of Conroy's early years working in South Carolina.
In real life, as in the book, he had a very difficult job. Despite the man's diligence, stress and conflict with his co-workers almost ruined his health and stability.
What occupation was this?
6. "Beach Music" was a novel about travel writer Jack McCall's attempt to recover from the effects of a tragic event that happened to his wife.
What was it?
7. In 2004, Conroy released a book which was something of a departure for him.
What type of book was it?
8. In "The Lords of Discipline" and "The Great Santini," the characters were raised in a religious tradition that was relatively uncommon where they lived at the time.
What was it?
9. What controversial event is central to the plot of "The Lords of Discpline"?
10. In "The Lords of Discipline," cadet Will McLean has a group of roommates who become loyal friends, despite their differences.
Of the following, who is *not* one of them?
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