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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Beckwith get shot in Chapter 13?

2. How well does the new Delta Force perform in Chapter 11?

3. What label does Beckwith use to refer to the person that communicates the project?

4. How does Beckwith refer to General Meyer?

5. Who appoints the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff?

Short Essay Questions

1. How is Beckwith injured in Vietnam and how long does he spend in recovery?

2. How does Beckwith explain paranoia in Chapter 21?

3. What is the hierarchy for Delta Force that is outlined in Chapter 22?

4. What is a "salesman" and which skills do they have?

5. How is Beckwith promoted to full colonel in Chapter 15?

6. What are the results of the first two runs of the Delta Force selection process?

7. What is the difference in the assignments given that Beckwith explains in Chapter 17?

8. As described in the Prologue, what does the plan for Delta Force include?

9. How does Beckwith form his After Action Report and what are his plans for the information it contains?

10. What happens between Beckwith and the supervisor the day after he presents his report?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Beckwith, Delta Force, and the government plan the rescue mission for the hostages in the American Embassy.

1) Describe the concerns for the rescue mission and the possible solutions presented for them.

2) Explain Beckwith's concerns with the helicopters, fueling, and the pilots.

3) Analyze the channels of communications that are being used for the rescue mission as well as the key elements that will be used to execute the plan.

Essay Topic 2

The Prologue in "Delta Force" introduces the main mission and crisis of the story, as well as the intent of Beckwith in designing the program.

1) Describe the general purpose of a prologue and the similarities and differences between the Prologue of "Delta Force" and the standard use of a prologue in general.

2) Explain the situation that is taking place during the Prologue and why it will be a major theme for the story.

3) Analyze Beckwith's intentions for designing Delta Force and how they are substantiated in the Prologue.

Essay Topic 3

Analyze General Meyer's involvement in Delta Force's history throughout the book. Include a description of Meyer, his background and position, and all of the ways that he helps Beckwith in developing and implementing Delta Force.

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