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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Peter not hold out much hope for a naval assignment?
(a) there is nothing the ships can do
(b) there is not enough fuel to operate ships
(c) there are only seven small ships left in the Navy
(d) there are too many officers ahead of him

2. When is the radiation expected to reach Australia?
(a) next week
(b) next June or July
(c) next year
(d) next September

3. What is the only sign of life at Queensland?
(a) a kangaroo
(b) a rabbit
(c) a dog
(d) a camel

4. What does Peter do as the sub returns to Melbourne?
(a) resigns his commission
(b) invites Dwight back to his home
(c) calls Moira to let her know Dwight is back
(d) goes to by presents for Mary and Jennifer

5. With whom do Peter and Dwight meet in Melbourne?
(a) the crew of the USS Scorpion
(b) a committee of nervous residents
(c) the Supreme Allied Commander
(d) the Prime Minister

Short Answer Questions

1. When does the story take place?

2. Why does the USS Swordfish not come to Australia?

3. Why does Peter not take the car to Melbourne?

4. What is headed for the Southern hemisphere?

5. Where was Peter stationed when the war started?

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