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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 19, Dulce et Decorum.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is the best definition for the term paralyzing as used in the following sentence? They fight paralyzing fear with each step they take.
(a) Bring to a standstill
(b) Make somebody temporarily unable to move
(c) Deprive somebody of voluntary movement
(d) Inability to move and think

2. What does O'Brien develop an interest in during high school?
(a) War methods and techniques
(b) Acting
(c) Politics
(d) Service to his country

3. From which area are the insurgents?
(a) North Vietnam
(b) Korea
(c) South Vietnam
(d) China

4. Which word best describes the length of the meeting O'Brien has with the battalion commander?
(a) Brief
(b) Adequate
(c) Extended
(d) Lengthy

5. Where is Alpha Company when O'Brien arrives?
(a) Gathering dead bodies
(b) On a mission
(c) Having recreation time
(d) Unaccounted for

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is a term used to describe a hand grenade?

2. What does O'Brien think will happen to him in the rainforest in Vietnam?

3. In what way does O'Brien classify himself?

4. Why are the men of Alpha Company in disarray?

5. Pinkville used to be a what?

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