<P> Fear--the major theme of this story is how scary war is . Paul Berlin experiences his fears throughout the story . "Though he was afraid, he now knew that fear came in many degrees and types and peculiar categories ..." </P> <P> Courage--Paul Berlin learns that he has to have courage if he wants to overcome his fear of the war . Although he does not overcome his fear in the story, he learns how to overcome it, and is closer to overcoming his fear . </P> <P> Determination--Paul has to have determination to stay strong in the war . When he could have dropped out of the terrifying war, he decides to fight through it and not give up . </P>

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