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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 6, "A Second Time Around".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does John Paul Vann die?
(a) Heart attack.
(b) In combat at Ap Bac.
(c) Helicopter crash.
(d) Friendly fire exercise.

2. How far off (in miles) from their intended landing zones are the ARVN paratroopers eventually dropped?
(a) One and a half miles.
(b) One mile.
(c) Two miles.
(d) One half mile.

3. Which of the following is true about the relationship between John Paul Vann and Huynh Van Cao?
(a) They didn't know each other at all.
(b) They clashed constantly.
(c) They got along well.
(d) Each learned from the other.

4. What phrase below best describes the relationship of Frank Vann with his sons?
(a) Unavailable because of his hectic work schedule.
(b) Drunken and abusive.
(c) Loving and well-off.
(d) Loving, but unable to provide much of a living.

5. In what year does Cabot Lodge, Jr., arrive in Vietnam?
(a) 1964.
(b) 1967.
(c) 1966.
(d) 1965.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is President of the United States in 1962?

2. This is one of the most effective weapons deployed by the ARVN/American forces at Ap Bac.

3. Which prominent American political figure arrives in Vietnam to overthrow the Diem regime?

4. Which U.S. general becomes the object of ridicule among the American advisers and fighting personnel?

5. John Paul Vann is sent to build schools and help refugees in many areas that:

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