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1. Why did Wolff honk his horn in Chapter 1?

In Chapter 1, Wolff honked his horn to clear the road ahead of them. Peasants were gathered on the road and blocked their passage. There was also a twisted mass of metal from two bikes that collided.

2. Why did Sergeant Benet slide down in his seat?

Sergeant Benet slid down in his seat and knew that he was the only black man in the area.

3. What was there always the threat of?

There was always the threat of snipers, but the larger threat was from the mines which were sometimes planted in the road.

4. What rumors were spread regarding the NVA?

In regards to the NVA, the rumors that were spread included that they were stoned and that they knew no fear and that deserters fought on their side. Wolff, however, did not believe these rumors and thought that they were just speculation.

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