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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, pgs. 97-105.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Howard insist all the men in his company do?
(a) Train at hand to hand combat every day.
(b) Speak German.
(c) Watch war movies.
(d) Participate in some kind of sport.

2. Where was the 1st Airborne stationed in 1943?
(a) North Africa.
(b) England.
(c) U.S.A.
(d) Guam.

3. Who was shot in the leg trying to report the success of his mission to Howard?
(a) Wallwork
(b) Brotheridge.
(c) Poett.
(d) Wood.

4. When did Brigadier Poett land in Normandy in Chapter 5?
(a) 1452 hours.
(b) 0026 hours.
(c) 0156 hours
(d) 0019 hours.

5. Where was Von Luck assigned in 1942?
(a) North Africa.
(b) Italy.
(c) Russia.
(d) France.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the plan, who would relieve Howard after his mission was accomplished?

2. What was the 6th airborne doing in 1943?

3. What rank did Hans Schmidt hold in June,1944?

4. How many platoon leaders were out of action after securing the bridges?

5. How long did it take Hickman to reach his headquarters?

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