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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what base is Lewis's father transferred in 1952?
(a) Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.
(b) The Marine Recruit Depot in San Diego.
(c) Port Everglades in Saluda, Virginia
(d) Norfolk Naval Base in Portsmouth, Virginia.

2. Why does Lewis order a rifle inspection upon taking command of his platoon?
(a) He is looking for a spy.
(b) To establish his authority.
(c) To judge the cleanliness of his platoon.
(d) To evaluate his men informally.

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

4. Why do Lieutenant Doan's men complain to Lewis in Chapter 4?
(a) They are not being treated fairly.
(b) Lewis' men are loud and obnoxious.
(c) Their patrols are more dangerous.
(d) Lewis's men have desecrated an enemy corpse.

5. Who is Commander Shaughnessey?
(a) Lewis's physical therapist.
(b) The doctor in charge of Lewis's hand surgery.
(c) The nurse who bathes Lewis's wounds.
(d) The hospital corpsman who encourages and assists Lewis.

Short Answer Questions

1. What amazes Lewis about Bob Kerrey?

2. In Chapter 3, what does Lewis ask Toddy to send him?

3. What does Lewis see his father do for the first time the day he leaves home for war?

4. Which member of the platoon joins Lewis and Toddy for drinks at the end of Chapter 5?

5. To what base is Lewis's father transferred in 1954?

(see the answer key)

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