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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, D-Day: 0016 to 0026 Hours, pgs. 88-97.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where would the British infantry head according to the plan set in place for the invasion?
(a) Lile.
(b) Caen.
(c) Coutances.
(d) Bayeux.

2. What information did Howard have access to?
(a) German forces estimates.
(b) German prisoner reports.
(c) Reconnaissance photos and topological reports of the area.
(d) Resistance reports of the area.

3. How many days did the bridge holding exercise given to Company D last?
(a) Nine days.
(b) Five days.
(c) Three days.
(d) Two days.

4. What was fired by the bridge sentry after they spotted potential paratroops?
(a) An anti tank round.
(b) A flare.
(c) A warning shot.
(d) The anti air machine gun.

5. Where would the 3rd Para Brigade drop according to Howard's orders?
(a) North of the Caen car company headquarters.
(b) East of the Clayton ravine.
(c) South of the Le Mesnil forest.
(d) South of the Caen Forest.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where was the 1st Airborne stationed in 1943?

2. What was the name of the local resistance leader?

3. Where was the 6th Airborne slated to deploy during the invasion?

4. Where did Howard and his troops go for training according to Chapter 4?

5. What was issued to the men of Company D on May 29, 1944?

(see the answer key)

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