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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was Eisenhower's first assignment after entering the Army?
(a) The Philippines.
(b) Army central command in Washington.
(c) Fort Sam Houston.
(d) Fort Lauderdale.

2. Why did Eisenhower request to return to the U.S. in 1939?
(a) He thought war was coming.
(b) He could not handle the heat of the Philippines.
(c) His wife was sick.
(d) He wanted to be promoted.

3. What postponed the invasion of France for several days?
(a) Sabotage of the radar network of England.
(b) Weather.
(c) Delays in receiving vital information.
(d) Mechanical problems with the fleet.

4. What was Eisenhower sure of after the surrender of the German army in 1918?
(a) He would never see another war in his lifetime.
(b) The Bolsheviks would be defeated in Russia.
(c) He would have a son in the next few years.
(d) Germany would rise again.

5. What were the names of Eisenhower's parents?
(a) David and Ida.
(b) John and Ida.
(c) Mark and Sophie.
(d) David and Sophie.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what town did Eisenhower spend his youth?

2. What promotion did Eisenhower receive while the Allies fought in Italy?

3. What action would have allowed Eisenhower to win the battle mentioned in Chapter 4?

4. When did World War I end?

5. Who was the leader of the Philippine Commonwealth?

(see the answer key)

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