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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1, Ruffles and Flourishes,, pgs. 39-79.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As a fifty-four year old man, who did MacArthur fear would learn about his Eurasian girlfriend?
(a) His mother.
(b) The President.
(c) The press.
(d) His wife.

2. What was the profession of MacArthur's grandfather, Arthur Sr.?
(a) He was a judge.
(b) He was a blacksmith.
(c) He was a sailor.
(d) He was a preacher.

3. How often did MacArthur attend church?
(a) Twice weekly.
(b) Sporadically, but whenever his schedule allowed.
(c) Never.
(d) Weekly.

4. What renowned former Presidents were MacArthur's heroes?
(a) Washington and Lincoln.
(b) Jefferson and Grant.
(c) Harding and Teddy Roosevelt.
(d) Jefferson and Adams.

5. To which ancient world leader did some people compare MacArthur?
(a) Gengis Khan.
(b) Hannibal.
(c) Attila the Hun.
(d) Alexander the Great.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happened when MacArthur was given command of a company at Leavenworth?

2. During what event did Arthur MacArthur, Jr. die?

3. During his early childhood in the west, by whom were Douglas MacArthur and his brother schooled?

4. What made MacArthur's first three weeks at West Point extremely difficult?

5. When did MacArthur enter the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York?

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