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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 3, "The Battle of Ap Bac".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. This person is an influential figure in stabilizing the national government of the Philippines during the 1950s and was sent to South Vietnam to see if he could do the same there.
(a) Secretary of State Robert McNamara.
(b) General Edward Lansdale.
(c) General Douglas MacArthur.
(d) John Paul Vann.

2. The helicopters that carry the ARVN troops to the battle location are affectionately known by what name?
(a) Flying Bananas.
(b) Cobras.
(c) Pack Mules.
(d) Hogs.

3. The headquarters of the 7th Infantry Division of the ARVN is called:
(a) The Monastery.
(b) The Cockpit.
(c) The HQ.
(d) The Sanctuary.

4. Following their slow but steady stream of military successes, the South Vietnamese President, Ngo Dinh Diem, awards the 7th Infantry Division for their __________________.
(a) Combat expertise.
(b) Total victory over the Vietcong.
(c) Well-ordered retreats.
(d) Gallantry.

5. Which notable newspaper reporter of the era is an attendee at the John Paul Vann funeral?
(a) Edward Woodward.
(b) Joseph Alsop.
(c) David Horowitz.
(d) Walter Cronkite.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many Viet Cong guerrillas are entrenched in defensive positions at Ap Bac?

2. Which of the following is true about the relationship between John Paul Vann and Huynh Van Cao?

3. The Communist forces of North Vietnam are led by which of the following men?

4. On which day is the funeral of John Paul Vann held?

5. Which United States President oversees the rapid escalation of the war in Vietnam?

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