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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 4, what alerts snipers to the platoon's position during their third patrol rotation?
(a) The detonation of a booby trap.
(b) A snapped branch.
(c) The laughter of the patrol.
(d) A hacking cough.

2. In Chapter 1, what rank had Lewis's father attained?
(a) Brigadier General.
(b) Lieutenant Colonel.
(c) Lieutenant General.
(d) Colonel Brigadier.

3. What does the platoon discover one morning after camping on the sides of two hills in a V-shaped draw?
(a) A group of refugees hiding in caves.
(b) A cache of cigarettes and beer.
(c) A booby trap made from a discarded C-ration can.
(d) A dead Vietcong soldier in an American uniform.

4. At what point in his life does the author begin telling his story?
(a) The fall of 1945.
(b) At eleven years of age.
(c) The summer of 1971.
(d) At six years of age.

5. What does Lewis see his father do for the first time the day he leaves home for war?
(a) Embrace Toddy.
(b) Walk away.
(c) Salute him.
(d) Cry.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Lewis' platoon look forward to patrolling the Tu Cau Bridge?

2. Which solider in Lewis' platoon excels at walking point on patrols?

3. Why is Corporal Hitch assigned to Lewis' platoon?

4. In 1952, why does Lewis's father become wary about letting his son mix with the troops on base?

5. In Chapter 1, what responsibility does Lewis's father have at Camp Pendleton?

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